Position Summary
Responsible for the analysis of samples submitted to the CMC Laboratory. Input of analysis data into the GLOVIA and LIMS system including release of materials and/or products. Calibration and basic maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Primary Responsibilities

• Work safely. Adhere to all company and regulatory EH&S policies and procedures. Look for safety issues and notify leadership of all safety concerns.
• Adhere to all Company 6-S initiatives and policies.
• Performs chemical analysis using established procedures and operates analytical instruments and apparatus for the chemical evaluation of samples from the C-M melt shop, customers, raw material vendors, and non-routine samples as assigned.
• Records, reports, and maintains records of these functions.
• Performs analysis primarily with XRF, but is able to run other analytical apparatus required for a complete chemistry; i.e., C.S.N.O, OE and DSC.
• Available for overtime without prior notice.
• Assumes responsibility for calculation and batch selection for all corrective additions to furnace charges within the guidelines set by both the air and vacuum quality control manuals when operating the XRF units.
• Calls for a second, third, etc., prelim if there is any question on the analysis of any heat when operating the XRF units.
• Responsible for the daily maintenance, standardization and adjustment of the analytical equipment to ensure proper operation and maintain accuracy. Reports malfunctions to the Laboratory Manager.
• Responsible for the collection and preparation of samples, analytical testing, recording, reporting, and maintaining records of results, and notifying appropriate personnel of results.
• Responsible for the maintenance of control specifications of materials analyzed, maintaining adequate analytical standards library, and preparation and maintenance of calibration curves.
• Maintains an adequate reserve of supplies to perform job functions. Advises Laboratory Manager of requirements.
• Assists other technicians or assumes duties of absent Laboratory Technician(s) as necessary or as assigned by the Laboratory Manager.
• Assists the Laboratory Manager in the instruction of new Lab Technicians as to their laboratory duties and analytical procedures associated with their positions.
• Responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of work area, associated laboratory area, and equipment.
• Performs additional routine or experimental work as required or assigned by the Laboratory Manger.
• Assists or assumes the duties of any and all Laboratory personnel as required regardless of shift.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience
Two-year degree in Applied Science with an emphasis in chemistry (Four-year degree in Chemistry preferred) and/or five (5) years' experience in XRF analysis of steel, specialty steel and/or superalloy materials.
Other Qualifications

• Basic Math aptitude.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate technical information.
• Knowledge of the Periodic Table of Elements.
• Precise, detail oriented, analytical ability.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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