Lab Technician

SSAB is one of the largest North American producers of steel plate and coil, serving many industrial markets including energy, construction, agriculture and transportation. SSAB operates five state of the art facilities strategically located in key regions across the U.S.

SSAB has nearly 1,200 highly skilled employees in the U.S. Jobs at SSAB range from machine operators and sales people to advanced engineers and corporate professionals in HR, finance and more. SSAB offers challenging careers and comprehensive benefit program designed to keep employees and their families healthy and secure.

Job purpose:

This position supports the production of SSAB steel by performing tasks to facilitate the preparation and testing of steel samples for verification of conformance to customer specifications. The position follows standard operation procedures and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. This position requires both working in an operational, hands-on capacity as well as working in a maintenance capacity and administrative duties in the assigned laboratory. The position is required to cross train and learn all work assignments in the laboratory and become competent in each. This position requires working on rotating swing shifts.

Duties and responsibilities:

Learn and follow the standard operating procedures and safe operating practices (JSA/SOP)

Operate testing equipment (tensile, charpy, bend)

Operate machine equipment (CNC machine centers)

Operate sample preparation equipment (vertical, horizontal band saws)

Prepare and analyze all steel samples using lab equipment

Accurately report testing information within a timely manner

Receive test coupons, prepare test specimens, perform required tests

Verify, document and enter data into the forms, tracking system and spreadsheets

Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment including validation checks

Troubleshooting to assist in returning faulty equipment to operational status

Regular and reliable attendance Qualifications: Education and Experience:

Required Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent Preferred Education:

Associates or Bachelors degree with a science major, such as chemistry Required Experience:

Experience with computers (basic operation and/or troubleshooting)

Detail oriented (accuracy)

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to handle fast pace with low margin for error

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to interpret industry specifications (ASTM/EN/API/ABS/CSA) Preferred Experience:

Previous applied technology experience with CNC machining, cutting and milling equipment Working conditions:

The employee will frequently be required to:

Sit, walk, stand - alternating throughout 12 hour shift

Reach and twist at waist/desk level

Use both hands for handling, grasping, fingering, gripping and feeling textures and temperatures

Lift and move up to 10 pounds

Perform repetitive tasks for extended periods The employee will occasionally be required to:

Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Reach above shoulder level and below waist level

Balance, stoop, kneel or crouch and climb stairs The position requires the following vision, talking and hearing capabilities:

Vision at near, mid, and far range

Peripheral vision and depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Communicating (talking and hearing) in person, on the phone, and/or in group settings The employee will be required to use the following machines or tools:

Desktop computer

Lab Analytical Equipment

Multimeter

Database The employee will work in the following conditions:

Indoors

Amid noise

Around equipment in motion

Amid mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards

While wearing safety equipment and/or clothing for protection from hazards Position Type - Work Hours - Travel Requirements:

Position is a full time, hourly, and is eligible for overtime

Position works rotating 12-hour swing shifts to include days and nights

Onsite presence is required SSAB BENEFITS - starting at hire!

Excellent Pay with Additional Bonus

Very Affordable Health Insurance

Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical

CVS/Caremark Prescription

Delta Dental

Superior Vision

401(k) with Employer Match

Profit Sharing

10 Paid Holidays

Vacation

Company Paid Life Insurance, STD and LTD*

Optional Life, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); Healthcare and Dependent Care

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program SSAB's vision is a stronger, lighter and more sustainable world.

SSAB's values form the guiding principles of our company.

They shape our culture and characteristics. They serve as a compass for our actions and behavior, and describe what we stand for. Values guide us daily in making the right choices and doing the right things.

SSAB's values are:

Driven - Together we create value

True - Do what is right

Ahead - Future in mind Other details

Pay Type Hourly