Technician Materials Science Engineering

About Kennametal

With over 85 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Learn more at  Follow @Kennametal:
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Position is required to coordinate sample preparation and analytical testing needs across multiple labs. Lab work is also required, including sample preparation and routine analysis to support lab needs. Good organizational, time management and prioritization skills are essential. Must be adaptable to change and strategic to optimize productivity while providing reliable test results.

• Actively manage sample flow to include receiving samples from submitters, confirming correct identification and test plan, resolving questions on requests by communication with submitters and analysts, routing samples to labs for analysis, communicating special requirements or timelines to team members
• Coordinate return, disposal or storage for samples upon request completion
• Consult with analytical lab engineers to develop strategy for complex projects and to establish priorities and timelines
• Generate summaries to facilitate tracking for open requests
• Provide set up and training for new LIMS users
• Order equipment and consumables needed for laboratory operation as requested by team members
• Perform routine sample preparation and analytical testing. Requires appropriate PPE (may include safety glasses, gloves, lab coat, safety shoes, dust mask). Report results in LIMS.
• Strictly adhere to standard procedures developed at the Technology Center
• Follow all EHS practices
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion

• Attention to detail
• Excellent communications skills
• Proactive approach for safety and continuous improvement
• Collaboration with trust and respect in a diverse team environment
• Ability to address high volume workload while maintaining standards for safety and quality
• Focus on exceptional customer experience
• Basic PC skills in spreadsheets and word processing
• Experience with analytical laboratory techniques is a plus.
• Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is preferred
• Experience with SAP software is beneficial.

Technical degree (science, math, computer) or high school diploma and 3-5 years practical experience in a technical function.