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Bodycote · 6 hours ago

Lead Lab Technician

Hebron, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Bodycote is the world’s largest provider of thermal processing services, employing thousands of skilled staff globally. The Lead Lab Technician will oversee the final inspection of coated parts, ensuring that they meet customer specifications and technical plans under the direction of the Lab Manager.

AutomotiveEnergy EfficiencyIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingMechanical EngineeringRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manage the workflow and track analysis status for all incoming samples to ensure quick turnaround

Review tests needed to be performed on the part in the job folder

Perform a visual inspection on the parts needed prior to testing

Perform appropriate lab testing according to the job folder, such as sample sectioning, mounting, grinding, polishing, hardness, tensile, and microstructure evaluation

Follow in-process inspection procedures as needed to verify current operation meets customer and technical plan requirements

Record and sign off on all applicable data defined in the job folder

Report results of all tests to the Lab Manager/Quality Manager

Assist the Lab Manager in developing processes that will improve operations

Provides training to qualify new lab technicians

Participate in lab audits (Internal and NADCAP)

Maintain clean lab space via 6S principles

Assist others as directed by the Lab Manager

Observe all Environment, Health, and Safety Policy requirements

Keeping the work area neat and orderly at all times

Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Disposal of waste per safety standards

Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position

This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customers’ inventory and, as such, will perform duties safely and responsibly to prevent customer loss or damage

Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism