Materials Testing Lab Technician

Materials Testing Specialist - CHRYSO USA

Main purposes of this position:

The Materials Testing Specialist role is responsible for assignments related to the day to day performance of the concrete and material testing laboratory in a manner that results in high quality products, technical sales support and customer satisfaction.

Interfaces and Responsibilities:

Key internal interfaces will be with the Director of Technical Services, Lab/QC personnel, Sales team members and R&D/QC Manager. This position will work collaboratively with the entire organization in a fast paced and industrial environment.

Job Location: Royse City, TX

Shift: 1st - Day

Compensation: $22-24

Specific Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare material and equipment
• Perform laboratory tests on aggregates and fresh / hardened concrete with minimal supervision
• Perform laboratory tests required for cement additive lab when needed
• Collect and analyze material samples
• Record, calculate, analyze and present test results
• Gather and maintain computerized data records
• Write laboratory reports (MS WORD)
• Ensure conformance with ACI, ASTM standards and in-house CHRYSO testing & laboratory procedures
• Utilize complex instrumentation
• Maintain equipment, clean and organize laboratory and material and specimen holding / storage areas
• Receive and log field collected materials and ensure proper storage
• Manage workloads to meet required deadlines.

Education/Skills Required:

• Minimum High School Diploma and 0-2 years of experience
• Related Degree highly preferred (CIM, Chemistry)
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Tech Level 1 cert or ability to complete within 6 months
• Passion for technical knowledge and learning.
• Prior cement/concrete and/or construction industry experience preferred.
• Valid Driver License in good standing
• Sit, walk, stand, occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch
• Experience with cement/concrete Quality Assurance/Quality Control is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 80lbs
• Have a complete understanding of the ASTM test methods used in testing the performance of cement/concrete

Key Performance Indicators for this position

Quantitative

Knowledge of products & their application

Ability to carry out test procedures efficiently and consistently

Lab inventory control effectiveness measured by ability to carry out test orders without delay as well as accuracy of testing reports

Record keeping, reporting, documentation

Safety compliance & results

Planning, communication, teamwork.

Qualitative

Knowledge of product applications and customer needs related to those products in order to ensure customer delight

Quality of relationship with internal customers

Responsiveness to supervisor

Self-direction, time management, sense of urgency, follow through

Care, organization and appearance of laboratory facilities, equipment, storage area and tools

Attitude, work ethic and interpersonal relations

Achievement of performance goals as defined in Annual Appraisal Interview

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Royse City, TX 75189: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Materials Testing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• ACI Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $22 - $24