Lab Operator

Montpelier, 1770 Bill Sharp Blvd, Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America Req #1502 Monday, May 20, 2024

SSAB is one of the largest North American producers of steel plate and coil, serving many industrial markets including energy, construction, agriculture and transportation.

SSAB operates five state of the art facilities strategically located in key regions across the U.S.

SSAB has nearly 1,200 highly skilled employees in the U.S. Jobs at SSAB range from machine operators and sales people to advanced engineers and corporate professionals in HR, finance and more.

SSAB offers challenging careers and comprehensive benefit program designed to keep employees and their families healthy and secure.

Job purpose

This position supports the production of SSAB steel by performing tasks to facilitate the preparation and testing of steel samples for verification of conformance to customer specifications.

The position follows standard operation procedures and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

The position is required to cross train and learn all work assignments in the laboratory and become competent in each. This position requires working on rotating swing shifts.

Duties and responsibilities

• Learn and follow the standard operating procedures and safe operating practices (JSA / SOP)
• Operate testing equipment (tensile, charpy, bend)
• Operate machine equipment (CNC machine centers)
• Operate sample preparation equipment (vertical, horizontal band saws, robotic plasma torch)
• Prepare and analyze all steel samples using lab equipment
• Accurately report testing information within a timely manner
• Receive test coupons, prepare test specimens, perform required tests
• Verify, document and enter data into the forms, tracking system and spreadsheets
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment including validation checks
• Troubleshooting to assist in returning faulty equipment to operational status

Qualifications : Education and Experience

Required :

High school diploma or equivalent GED or HSE

Preferred :

Associates or Bachelor’s degree with a science major, such as chemistry

Required Experience :

• Experience with computers (basic operation and / or troubleshooting)
• Detail oriented (accuracy)
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to handle fast pace with low margin for error
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interpret industry specifications (ASTM / EN / API / ABS / CSA)

Working conditions

The employee will frequently be required to :

• Sit, walk, stand alternating throughout 12 hour shift
• Reach and twist at waist / desk level
• Use both hands for handling, grasping, fingering, gripping and feeling textures and temperatures
• Lift and move up to 10 pounds
• Perform repetitive tasks for extended periods

The employee will occasionally be required to :

• Lift and / or move up to 50 pounds
• Reach above shoulder level and below waist level
• Balance, stoop, kneel or crouch and climb stairs

The position requires the following vision, talking and hearing capabilities :

• Vision at near, mid, and far range
• Peripheral vision and depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Communicating (talking and hearing) in person, on the phone, and / or in group settings

The employee will be required to use the following machines or tools :

• Desktop computer
• Lab Analytical Equipment
• Multimeter
• Database

The employee will work in the following conditions :

• Indoors
• Amid noise
• Around equipment in motion
• Amid mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards
• While wearing safety equipment and / or clothing for protection from hazards

Position Type Work Hours Travel Requirements

• Position is full time, hourly, and is eligible for overtime
• Position works 12 hours a day, rotating swing shifts to include both days, nights and weekends

SSAB BENEFITS starting at hire!

• Excellent Pay with Additional Bonus
• Very Affordable Health Insurance
• Blue Cross / Blue Shield Medical
• CVS / Caremark Prescription
• Delta Dental
• Superior Vision
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Profit Sharing
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Company Paid Life Insurance, STD and LTD*
• Optional Life, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

SSAB's vision is a stronger, lighter and more sustainable world.

SSAB's values form the guiding principles of our company.

They shape our culture and characteristics. They serve as a compass for our actions and behavior, and describe what we stand for.

Values guide us daily in making the right choices and doing the right things.

SSAB's values are :

• Driven - Together we create value
• True - Do what is right
• Ahead - Future in mind

Other details

• Pay Type Hourly

Last updated : 2024-05-21