Intermediate Metallurgical Testing Technician

INTERMEDIATE METALLURGICAL TESTING TECHNICIAN

We are looking for a highly motivated Metallurgical Technician to join our team at Prooftest in Calgary for a permanent role. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting a range of laboratory-based activities, including sampling, testing, measuring, recording, and analyzing results. The job will primarily involve working with steel pipes. The Metallurgical Technician will be expected to perform all tasks with an exceptional level of quality.

Primary responsibilities

Conducting testing and analysis of all products as required, including:

·Mechanical testing: sample preparation, running tests, and reporting results for:

Tensile testing, Hardness testing (Vickers/Rockwell), Charpy Impact testing and Lateral Expansion measurement, and Guided Bend testing

·Metallographic procedures: sample preparation (grinding/polishing/mounting) for hardness testing, and sample preparation (mounting/grinding/polishing/etching) for light microscopy and/or grain size measurement

·Spark Chemical analysis: sample preparation, sparking, data analysis, and reporting results

·Heat treatment: programming and setting the furnace controller and running a heat treatment cycle based on the required temperature range, heating rate, soaking time, and cooling rate.

The successful candidate will be expected to adhere to Prooftest's Quality and Safety Management System policies and procedures. Responsibilities in this regard include:

·Supporting Prooftest's Safety and Environmental policies and practices

·Maintaining accurate records of test data, archiving reports, and testing samples

·Calibrating/verifying test equipment and production gauging as per required frequency (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.)

·Performing all scheduled preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment and test machines

·Reporting upcoming NCRs and proactively proposing appropriate Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)

·Maintaining lab cleanliness, handling sample disposal, and performing inventory checks

·Performing other duties as assigned.

·The ideal candidate should have experience in adhering to quality and safety management systems, be detail-oriented, and have excellent organizational skills.

Qualifications:

·A post-secondary education in a Science related program such as Metallurgical, or MechanicalEngineering Technology and/or a minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a laboratory setting

·Knowledge of fundamentals of mechanical/metallurgical testing and related standards like ASTM A370

·Strong understanding of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

·Demonstrated strong communication skills, high-level of motivation, and ability to work independently or as a team member

·Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·Proficiency in using various types of computer software such as Word and Excel

·Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy

The ideal candidate should have a strong work ethic, be self-motivated, and possess excellent problem-solving skills. The ability to work in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities is also highly valued.

Physical and Schedule Demands:

·Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently

·Working in a fast paced, multi-tasking, environment

·Availability to work shift work and/or overtime

·Must be punctual and possess a strong work ethic

Status in Canada:

·Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada

To apply for this position, please send your resume to [email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.