Chemistry Technician (Metals Testing)

Overview

Element has an opportunity for a Chemistry Technician ( Metals Testing) to safely perform work in accordance with established SOP and QA procedures conducting testing within the laboratory.

Element Detroit Wixom is a full-service metallurgical and materials testing laboratory supporting the automotive, aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors. The laboratory provides extensive expertise in mechanical testing, fatigue testing, metallurgical evaluations, chemical analysis, corrosion testing, and advanced failure analysis.

If you are not currently authorized to work in the US without sponsorship, Element Materials Technology will not consider your job application. Any candidate must be lawfully eligible to work in the US as a US Citizen or Permanent Resident of the United States.

Responsibilities

• Primary responsible for preparing and analyze metal samples utilizing: OES (Optical Emission Spectroscopy), Leco C/S/N/O/H (Combustion), and ICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectroscopy)
• Also conduct technical cleanliness testing, density and coating weight testing
• Maintain related test equipment, tools and machinery in good working condition
• Summarizes test results using basic mathematical calculations and data reductions
• Testing is conducted on many alloys including aluminum, steel, stainless steel, titanium and copper

Skills / Qualifications

• BS or AS in Chemistry is required
• 1-2 years in the TIC sector is preferred, but not required
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as work instructions, standard operating procedures, and national and international testing specifications
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications
• Ability to remain calm when faced with pressure related to deadlines and multiple priorities.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills to meet a variety of communication needs