RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Can execute various metallurgical lab functions with minimal or no supervision.
• Perform tensile and hardness testing on tubular samples to support QC and production.
• Prepare and review Material Test Reports against customer requirements for product shipments.
• Prepare samples and conduct metallographic analysis.
• Setup, perform, and report results from corrosion tests.
• Validate and review calibration status of testing machines.
• Maintain and support Lab 5S initiative.
• Conduct metallurgical studies on stainless steel tube and write technical reports.
• Perform failure analysis and recommend further action to correct the problem.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to follow procedures and guidelines outlined in the Laboratory Work Instructions and ASTM manuals, produce accurate and reliable tensile and hardness test results with a fast turnaround to satisfy regular production and requests from internal customers.
• Will ensure testing equipment is in good physical condition, yearly calibrations are kept up, and when required, perform indirect verifications on the Lab’s hardness machine against calibration standards.
• Work with AS400 program to enter mechanical test results, review the manufacturing process, and/or help to complete Material Test Reports in a timely manner to support on time deliveries.
• Communicate findings of non-conforming or suspect material with Quality Inspectors and all stakeholders.
• Set-up and execute corrosion tests, interpret results and present results to stakeholders.
• Must have strong report writing and communication skills to summarize results into formal reports.
• Coordinate work with external Laboratories as required.
• Periodically perform pickle bath analysis for production to determine concentrations of the nitric and hydrofluoric acid as well as metals content and communicate findings to production.
• Works in a safe manner and observes all practices and PPE requirements.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrates responsibility, reliability and self-motivation.
• Follows instructions given by the Supervisor and/or Manager, Welding & Metallurgy to accomplish job assignments with minimal supervision.
• Minimum college diploma in a 3-year Mechanical/Metallurgical/Welding Technology program.
• Previous experience working in a welding manufacturing environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of AST< AMS/SAE specifications and experience in an ISO 9000 or IATF 16949: 2016 environment is an asset.

HEALTH & SAFETY:

• Demonstrates a positive attitude towards safety and models safety for other employees at all times.
• Understand that it is mandatory to use and/or wear all personal protective equipment provided by the Company.
• Reports all accidents, incidents and near misses and supports in determining corrective actions to eliminate workplace hazards.
• Practices safe work habits as detailed in Samuels/ATC’s safety policies, procedures, C.S.A and the Occupational Health & Safety Act of Ontario.
• Understands and completes necessary health & safety training through Samuel’s Safety Training program and ensures renewal training is completed as per company requirements.