Lab Technician

At Interpro Pipe & Steel Inc., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Job Description and Responsibilities  Interpro Pipe + Steel has an immediate opening for a Lab Technician at our Calgary mill. This position is an integral part of the quality control process and in ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction. The Lab Technician prepares and tests samples for evaluation of product mechanical properties, prepares and examines samples requiring metallographic evaluation.
Safely operate laboratory and mechanical testing equipment

Prepare and perform tensile tests on heat treated pipe, as welded pipe, and upset tubing

Safely operate laboratory and mechanical testing equipment

Prepare and perform hardness tests on as welded pipe, quench and temper pipe, and as quenched pipe

Prepare and perform impact tests as required

Follow detailed testing procedures and record findings as per documented guidelines, communicate results with appropriate stakeholders.

Interpret weld quality based on metallographic results and communicate results to Mill Line Assist with maintenance, calibration and record keeping of all gauging equipment including the master gauge calibrations.

Prepare and investigate sonic indications and imperfections to communicate results to sonic operators

Determine parameter changes in Heat Treat based on mechanical properties and microstructures and communicate results

Maintain records and run files in a readily accessible form. Review and appropriately filing of inspection records.

Routine maintenance of lab equipment and housekeeping in lab area.

Requirements    High School Diploma

Diploma in materials / mechanical / welding engineering is an asset.

Knowledge of ASTM and API testing requirements preferred.

Academic training in metallography, metallurgy, heat treating, or non-destructive testing (NDT), an asset

Experience working in quality within a manufacturing operations experience

Experience working with laboratory equipment in a controlled environment

Experience operating equipment and machinery (band saws, milling machines, etc.)

Willingness to support a 24/7 production schedule and overtime on short notice

Mechanical testing experience required

Strong data entry skills, alpha and numeric in multiple programs

Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds and work an environment subject to fluctuations in heat, humidity, fumes, odors, dust and noise

Knowledge of American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and American Petroleum Institute (API) testing requirements, an asset

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!
Competitive wages and bonus opportunities

Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost

Short and long-term disability programs

Competitive retirement plans

Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options

Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays

Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company

Tuition reimbursement

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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