What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Control - Lab position at Cement Recruiter?
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Responsibilities
• Collects samples and performs tests of raw materials, in-process materials and finished products to determine the physical state, chemical content or proper blend of product ingredients and other materials utilized in cement manufacture.
• Performs tests as established and scheduled by supervision, several times during shift as required.
• As tests results indicate, and in accordance with established procedures, notifies operators or supervisors, or takes prescribed action to assure finished product conformance with specifications and to maintain quality of products.
• Prepares and maintains records of test and operation data, as required. Prepares various materials and samples for use, analysis or testing by Physical Testers, or others as instructed.
• Performs testing of cement product for fineness and sulfur content.
• Test for FCaO in clinker.
• Runs chemical analysis of slurry, cement and clinker.
• Understands and uses ASTM Book for Standards for Cement, Lime and Gypsum, FLS automation Troubleshooting Guide, Phillips x-ray Start-up and Shutdown Procedures and Plant Standards for Quality.
• Substitutes for other laboratory personnel during their absence and performs physical testing and chemical analysis tasks when required by production schedules, vacation and absences.
• Takes inventory of various materials
• Cleans equipment after each test and the laboratory at end of shift; restores tool, instruments, apparatus and test materials, to proper places.
• Continues self-improvement activities especially in the areas of cement testing.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• 2-3 years of laboratory experience
• Good communication and language skills
• Good organization and decision-making abilities
Responsibilities
• Collects samples and performs tests of raw materials, in-process materials and finished products to determine the physical state, chemical content or proper blend of product ingredients and other materials utilized in cement manufacture.
• Performs tests as established and scheduled by supervision, several times during shift as required.
• As tests results indicate, and in accordance with established procedures, notifies operators or supervisors, or takes prescribed action to assure finished product conformance with specifications and to maintain quality of products.
• Prepares and maintains records of test and operation data, as required. Prepares various materials and samples for use, analysis or testing by Physical Testers, or others as instructed.
• Performs testing of cement product for fineness and sulfur content.
• Test for FCaO in clinker.
• Runs chemical analysis of slurry, cement and clinker.
• Understands and uses ASTM Book for Standards for Cement, Lime and Gypsum, FLS automation Troubleshooting Guide, Phillips x-ray Start-up and Shutdown Procedures and Plant Standards for Quality.
• Substitutes for other laboratory personnel during their absence and performs physical testing and chemical analysis tasks when required by production schedules, vacation and absences.
• Takes inventory of various materials
• Cleans equipment after each test and the laboratory at end of shift; restores tool, instruments, apparatus and test materials, to proper places.
• Continues self-improvement activities especially in the areas of cement testing.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• 2-3 years of laboratory experience
• Good communication and language skills
• Good organization and decision-making abilities
