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NORDAM
LABORATORY TEST TECH ASSOCIATE
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A Chemical Operator operates machinery used in the manufacture and packaging of chemical products.
$58,546 / year median in Oklahoma
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Position Details Req ID req2199 Job Title
LABORATORY TEST TECH ASSOCIATE
Division Interiors and Structures Shift First Shift Job Summary Job Summary Applies and demonstrates a mastery of the technical skills and advanced knowledge in the performance of laboratory tests to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of materials for such purposes as quality control, process control, or product development. Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities Performs physical, chemical and mechanical tests of substantial variety and complexity of products and processes requiring considerable experience and judgment to plan and accomplish. Sets up, adjusts and operates laboratory equipment and instruments to conduct physical, chemical and mechanical tests for experimental, production and vendor applications. Selects the appropriate personal protective equipment for the operation to be performed. When using a respirator ensures the respirator is working properly and is properly worn. Performs tests on various adhesives and prepregs to include gel, flow, and volatility and resin control. Tests materials for compressive and tensile strength. Prepares chemical solutions according to standard formulas. Adds chemicals or raw materials to process solutions or product batches to correct or establish formulation required to meet specifications. Tests solutions used in processes such as anodizing, waterproofing, cleaning, bleaching and pickling for chemical concentration, specific gravity, acidity or other characteristics using distillation, filtration, titration and extraction and pH meters. Tests samples of manufactured products to verify conformity to specifications. Performs other duties as required. These duties may include assignments in job classifications and departments other than the primary assignment. Minimum Qualifications Education Requirements Minimum 2 Year / Associate Degree. Laboratory testing. If applicable, a combination of experience and training may be substituted for the education requirement. Experience Requirements 7 year(s) or more Laboratory experience. Skills and Competencies Equipment used may include: Microscopes, centrifuge, agitators, viscometers, chemical balance scales, spectrophotometer, gas chromatograph, colorimeter, Rockwell hardness testers, autoclaves, Instron and Satec testing machines, band saw, drill press, sanders, platen presses, test chambers, hot plates, pH and conductivity meters, burets, micrometers, calipers and other equipment. Physical Requirements Physical Requirements Must be able to work in excess of eight (8) hours per day and five (5) days per week, if required. Additionally, those who work at NORDAM Repair Division must be able to ascend and descend stairs. Demand- Frequency Walk
- Frequent Use hands to handle or feel or manipulate
- Frequent Reach with hands and arms
- Frequent Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Occasional Talk and hear
- Frequent Use close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust
- Constant Travel between facilities (drive)
- Occasional Stand
- Frequent Climb Stairs
- Occasional Weight
- Frequency 50 pounds
- Occasional Work Environment Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the Stakeholder is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions.