Chemical Analyst II

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About the Role:

U.S. Pipe is seeking a 2nd-Shift Chemical Analyst II to conduct spectrochemical and carbon/sulfur analysis in a timely fashion on ductile iron samples received from the Melting, Large Diameter Departments and Marvel City Mini Mill operations.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Immediately reports results of sample analysis to various departments. 
• Promptly alerts appropriate personnel when iron sample results are not within specifications.
• Promptly alerts Melting Department when samples are late.
• Ensures that spectrometer and carbon/sulfur determiner are verified daily and instrument readings are accurate.
• Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of chemical laboratory equipment.
• Records chemical analysis results and maintains daily records of results. 
• Advises Senior Chemical Analyst of any problems encountered and alerts maintenance personnel and Senior Chemical Analyst regarding any breakdowns or delays in operations.
• Regularly maintains inventory of materials required for chemical laboratory operations and ensures that an adequate supply of the materials is maintained.
• Conducts and reports spectrochemical and carbon/sulfur analysis on raw material metallics and pipe product samples as directed by management.
• Maintain large calibration database and gage/instrument certifications.  Schedule and oversee regular calibrations and calibrations checks on all inspection, measuring, and testing gages/instruments.
• Prepares reports as directed by management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to learn chemical names, symbols, and their relationship to the production of quality ductile iron pipe.
• Must be able to operate and maintain a spectrometer and similar testing equipment.
• Must be able to operate computers and other computerized equipment.
• Must be able to effectively use software including Microsoft Windows 7, Excel, Word, Outlook, and Gage Track.
• Must be able to learn and use other/new software as needed.
• Must be able to consistently maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Consistent attention to detail.
• Willingness to troubleshoot problems as they occur.

Physical requirements/Working Conditions:

• The employee will be working in laboratory/office environment but will also be required to do some walking throughout the plant from time to time.  This will expose the employee to the following working conditions:  Extreme Heat and Cold, Loud Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Metallic Particles.
• The employee will be required to perform the following actions:  Standing, Walking, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Reaching, Lifting, Seeing, Hearing, Talking, Hammering, and Sitting.