Research Technician II at Calderys SA Pty Ltd

West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory Equipment Operation, Raw Material Preparation, Data Analysis, Sample Formation, Equipment Maintenance, Microsoft Office Suite, Interpersonal Communication, Problem Solving, Time Management, Safety Protocol Adherence, Attention To Detail, Analytical Techniques

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Innovation and Technology Team as a Research Technician II. Summary The Research Technician II operates laboratory equipment, prepares raw materials, performs experimental procedures, records data, and executes planned research activities using observation, and analytical techniques to determine physical properties at ambient and elevated temperatures. Responsibilities * Preparing raw materials (drying, crushing, screening, etc.) * Batching/weighing raw materials and forming samples (mixing, pressing, casting, gunning, etc.) * Preparing (sawing, core drilling, etc.) samples to prescribed shapes and sizes; Submitting measured and labeled specimens * Testing specimens and recording, analyzing and reporting data * Maintaining and supporting facility (cleaning, shipping/receiving, inventory control, etc.) and performing routine equipment maintenance * Supporting the HarbisonWalker Business System (HBS) including 5S by identifying and implementing opportunities for continuous process improvement as metrics warrant Requirements * High School diploma/GED required * Associates degree in chemistry, materials science, or related field preferred * Requires computer operation skills including, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite * Requires interpersonal communications skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment * Requires organizational skills with accurate and precise attention to detail * Requires problem solving skills * Requires efficient management of time and the ability to meet deadlines * Requires the ability to work in a lab environment and to follow safety protocols * The Research Technician II generally requires two (2) – four (4) years of experience in refractory or related research. Physical and Environmental Requirements * Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of time talking and hearing, using hands/fingers to handle and/or feel and reaching with hands and arms; 1/3 to 2/3 of time standing, walking and sitting; less than 1/3 of time climbing, balancing, stopping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling. * Lifting: Requires lifting up to 55 pounds less than 1/3 of time. * Vision: Requires accurate close, distance and peripheral vision and depth perception and the ability to focus. * Environment: Requires less than 1/3 of time in an office setting with limited exposure, working in wet or humid conditions or extreme heat, working near moving mechanical parts or in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock, and exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and/or vibrations. * Noise: Requires exposure to moderate noise.

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Responsibilities

The Research Technician II operates laboratory equipment to prepare raw materials and execute experimental procedures. They are responsible for testing specimens, recording data, and maintaining facility equipment to determine physical properties of materials.