Universal Bearings LLC · 1 day ago
Metallurgical Lab Technician
Bremen, IN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21/hr - $24/hrUniversal Bearings is seeking a Metallurgical Lab Technician to ensure product quality through testing samples and maintaining laboratory standards. The role involves preparing samples for metallurgical evaluation, reporting results, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Assure product quality by testing samples, cleaning and organizing equipment/work area, performing heat treating equipment surveys, reporting results to Metallurgist
Collects, labels, prepares, test/analyze and report raw material, purchased components, out sourced processed, in-process and finished product properties, performs process surveys; maintains metallurgical database; maintains safe and healthy work environment
Prepares for quality tests by collecting incoming components, outsource processed product, in-process and finished product samples and labeling, sectioning, mounting and polishing samples for metallurgical evaluation
Determines specimen properties by metallographic examination, Rockwell and micro hardness measurement, and metallurgical analytical methods for the complete variety of materials and processes applicable to UBLLC products. Must be able to discern abnormal structures when present during sample evaluation
Program traverses and testing routines on computer controlled micro hardness tester
Maintains product quality by informing metallurgist and/or production supervisor and/or quality manager of test results
Documents quality results by completing logs. Data analysis is required through transferring/modifying collected and measured data utilizing Excel and other software for records and reports
Maintains laboratory supplies and test standards inventory, requisitions required items
Maintains clean, safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; wearing required personal protection equipment, complying with legal regulations, maintain lab organization and equipment cleanliness
Responsible for reporting unsafe working conditions
Accomplishes laboratory and organization mission by completing required testing in a timely self directed manner, promptly reporting any abnormal or questionable condition up to and including work stoppage and appropriate containment of non-conforming product
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Computer experience required. Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
Capable of mastering Imaging Software and other specialized software used for statistical reports, including process capability and general statistical data analysis
Awareness of strong acid and caustic concerns and how to handle safely
Familiar with chemistry analytical methods such as titrimetry, chemistry techniques such as pipetting, mixing and weighing
Trained in hands-on equipment maintenance
Creates an integrated care environment that is efficient, safe, and cost effective
Able to work around liquid and gaseous chemicals, high temperature and electrical equipment, taking the appropriate safety precautions
Physical requirements: Stoop = 25%, Sit = 75%, Stand = 75%, Bend = 25% (frequency spent)
Walking = 75%, Climbing = 25%, Dexterity = 25%, Lifting = 25% up to 35lbs., Pushing = 25% up to 20lbs
Preferred
Hazardous Materials
Excellent Communication Skills
Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
Basic Computer Skills
Company
Universal Bearings LLC
Our Mission: To be the leader in quality, service, delivery, and manufacturing excellence of loose needle rollers and related products.
Founded in 1959
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase