Weber Metals, Inc.

Overview

The Lab Tech Helper is an entry-level position at Weber Metals that involves extensive hands-on training to master technical skills necessary for various lab roles. Applicants must comply with ITAR requirements and be US Citizens or Permanent Residents.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Weber Metals Safety Policy.
• Understand the Weber Metals Quality Policy and its relevance to the job.
• Be aware of the Weber Metals Environmental Policy.
• Familiarize with the Weber Metals Business Management System.
• Perform Lab housekeeping activities as directed.
• Learn to operate a forklift for transferring test materials.
• Excise test blanks from simple test forgings using an aluminum band saw.
• Manage temporary storage and disposal of test remnants and prolongations.
• Operate alloy check machines and assist in receiving forging stocks.
• Bookkeep and receive test material stock.
• Create shipper orders for sending test material for outside testing.
• Receive, review, and enter outside testing certifications into the ERP system.
• Assist in operating CNC lathe for preparing test bars for tensile testing.
• Help machine tensile blanks and grain flow sections using a fly-cutter.
• Learn to identify test remnants after excising test specimens.
• Perform hardness and conductivity tests on test materials.
• Complete all work-related activities requested by the Lab Supervisor.
• Learn to lay out test specimens from test material safely and correctly.
• Prepare chemical etch solutions and photograph specimens.
• Learn blueprint reading for determining test bar locations.
• Use micrometers and calipers.
• Support special projects initiated by the Lab supervisor or Metallurgists.
• Participate in Bi-annual Tensile written exams and Round Robin tests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must comply with ITAR and EAR residency requirements.
• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Work experience in manufacturing, testing, machining, or sawing is preferred.