Welding Lab Technician

Perform and execute assigned tasks and testing duties, considering safety, quality, productivity, and cost with some direct supervision. This position will also perform maintenance duties, and support the acquisition, construction, and maintenance of current and future equipment in the Weld Lab.

Perform and execute assigned tasks and testing duties, considering safety, quality, productivity, and cost with some direct supervision. This position will also perform maintenance duties, and support the acquisition, construction, and maintenance of current and future equipment in the Weld Lab.

High School diploma or equivalent with some advanced education (R);
Associates Degree (P).

High School Diploma with some advanced education/training and 5+ years pertinent industrial or laboratory experience (R);
Associates Degree in a technical field and 4+ years of laboratory experience (P).

Safety (R), Welding (R), Fabrication (R), Sample Preparation (R), Laboratory Workflow (P), Chemistry (P), Metallurgy (P), Calibration and Specifications (P).

Advanced Math skills (P), Computer-word processing and spreadsheet (R), Analytical (R), Interpersonal (R), Writing (P), Organizational Skills (P), and creating written procedures (P).

Perform standardized and specialized activities in the Weld Lab considering Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost with some supervision. These are including but not limited to manual and automated GTAW/GMAW, SMAW, weld plate preparation, varestraint testing, sample coupon preparation, and inter-laboratory support. Provide technical support using equipment within the Weld Lab while following established procedures and guidelines. Grow personal skills, knowledge, and technology base by recommending and accepting additional training.

Support the development lab procedures, the selection and maintenance of equipment, and training to meet all internal and external project requirements. Collaborate with coworkers and lab management to support completion of departmental goals. Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Effectively and clearly communicate and contribute professional knowledge to enhance the skills of others. Remain open to direction and training necessary to meet qualifications required for assigned tasks. Give and accept feedback in a positive manner and from a place of respect. Encourage two-way communication for ideas and improvements. Serve as a role model by attending daily safety meetings, correcting or reporting safety concerns when they arise, and participating in safety audits.

Support and motivate others to achieve results through example and encouragement. Train other technicians as assigned. Assist management with lab reporting and maintaining lab inventory as required.

Recognize responsibilities based on organizational structure and communicate with appropriate individuals responsible. Assist Supervision/Lead in process and procedural improvement projects, maintaining laboratory procedures, equipment, calibrations, and training to meet internal/external quality requirements, accreditation mandates (ISO, AS9100D, TUV etc.), and industry standards.