Lab Technician Full Time

At EVRAZ, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Job Description and Responsibilities

EVRAZ North America has an immediate opening for a Lab Technician at our Calgary mill. This position is an integral part of the quality control process and in ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction. The Lab Technician prepares and tests samples for evaluation of product mechanical properties, prepares and examines samples requiring metallographic evaluation.

• Safely operate laboratory and mechanical testing equipment

• Prepare and perform tensile tests on heat treated pipe, as welded pipe, and upset tubing

• Safely operate laboratory and mechanical testing equipment

• Prepare and perform hardness tests on as welded pipe, quench and temper pipe, and as quenched pipe

• Safely operate laboratory and mechanical testing equipment, prepare and perform impact tests as required

• Cut steel pipe samples using plasma torch

• Prepare and identify samples accurately and clearly for testing

• Interpret weld quality based on metallographic results and communicate results to Mill Line

• Prepare and investigate sonic indications and imperfections to communicate results to sonic operators

• Determine parameter changes in Heat Treat based on mechanical properties and microstructures and communicate results

• Perform failure analyses and assist in interpretation of sample results

• Prepare mill certifications (MTRs, Stock certs) as required

Requirements

• Academic training in metallography, metallurgy, heat treating, or non-destructive testing (NDT), an asset

• Experience working in quality within a manufacturing operations experience

• Experience working with laboratory equipment in a controlled environment

• Experience operating equipment and machinery (band saws, milling machines, etc.)

• Willingness to support a 24/7 production schedule and overtime on short notice

• Mechanical testing experience required

• Strong data entry skills, alpha and numeric in multiple programs

• Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds and work an environment subject to fluctuations in heat, humidity, fumes, odors, dust and noise

• Knowledge of American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and American Petroleum Institute (API) testing requirements, an asset

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• Short and long term disability programs
• Competitive retirement plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EVRAZ North America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

EVRAZ North America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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