Intermediate Metallurgical Testing Technician - Calgary, Canada - Benpro Technologies Corporation

Benpro Technologies Corporation

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Salary:

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

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.

Qualifications:

A postsecondary education in a Science related program such as Metallurgical, or Mechanical Engineering Technology and/or a minimum of 13 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, highlevel 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

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, multitasking, environment
Availability to work shift work and/or overtime
Must be punctual and possess a strong work ethic

Status in Canada: