Melting Lab Technician

Why Join Our Team?

Do you want to be part of a team that is making a positive difference in lives across the globe? Do you want to be part of a culture where you are recognized, respected, and rewarded for a job well done? U.S. Pipe has been providing quality water and wastewater products since 1899, and for over the past 125 years we have proudly supported local governments, municipalities, water departments, and businesses across the United States, and the world.

What We Offer:

• Team Collaboration: Join a team-oriented environment where collaboration is not just a buzzword but a priority.
• Career Growth: Be part of an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to the next level.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family.

About the Role:

U.S. Pipe is seeking a Melting Lab Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing physical testing of iron sample coins communicating pertinent information to Iron Control and/or Supervision in a timely manner.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Calibration of gauges and equipment at required intervals.
• Perform product certifications.
• Maintain calibration database and schedule calibrations.
• Maintain and clean laboratory equipment to standard, including servicing the duct system and/or other equipment.
• Ensure correct data entry of analysis.
• Assist in adhering to Safety Policies and Plant Rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or his/her designee

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required, and minimum of 1-3 years' experience in manufacturing ductile iron pipe.
• Knowledge of computers is essential.
• Excellent mathematical skills and mechanical skills are essential.
• Basic knowledge of ductile iron pipe product line, etc. is desirable.
• Must be able self-motivated and able to communicate with other plant employees.
• Must have working knowledge of chemical names, symbols, molten metal chemistry, and their relationship to the production of ductile iron pipe which is obtained through on-the-job training and work experience.
• Must have the ability to successfully determine the physical and chemical properties of ductile iron pipe using quantitative and qualitative analyses in physical, organic, or inorganic chemistry methods.
• The employee must be able to communicate effectively with the casting department, iron control and supervision.
• The employee will be working in a plant laboratory environment. However, his/her duties will require frequent and sometimes extended trips within the production areas.
• The employee will be trained in the Iron Control position to give breaks and fill in when necessary. Will be able to perform all functions of the Iron Control Tech position.