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Materials Technician II

South Corning, NY 14830

Posted: 09/29/2022 Employment Type: Contract Job Number: 413935 Is job remote?: No Country:

Job Description


100% onsite
  •  focused in the sample preparation and standardized testing areas of the lab.
  • This role will be deeply involved with various engineering departments material testing plans.
  • The successful applicant will combine hands-on experience with scientific principles to provide technical support to engineers involved in testing, research and development for such materials as glass, refractory, ceramics, metals, and polymers.
  • This position will focus on sample machining /preparation and high temperature material testing support in a laboratory environment.

Day to Day Responsibilities:
  • Work with engineering staff to complete refractory, glass and ceramic sample preparation using various machine tools and powered equipment
  • Conduct high temperature testing on various samples
  • Support lab safety programs to provide a safe working environment
  • Provide off-hours & weekend support as needed

Travel Requirements:
  • Minimal-only to local sites

Hours of work/work schedule:
  • Day shift, somewhat flexible start time
  • Generally 40+ hrs. per week Mon-Fri, but must be flexible
  • Overtime, on-call, and weekend work may be required at times to support test schedules

Required Education & Experience:
  • Two-year technical degree, or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years of experience in a technician role within a laboratory or manufacturing environment

Required Skills:
  • Sound knowledge of machining equipment including, but not limited to, saws, surface grinders and core drills.
  • Experience interpreting CAD drawings, knowledge of GD&T, and use of precision measurement tools.
  • Mechanical aptitude; ability to maintain equipment, monitor coolant levels, change consumable cutting tools, and troubleshoot common equipment issues
  • Knowledge of various materials and their properties as they relate to feeds, speeds and overall machinability
  • Knowledge of safety systems and how they relate to machine work, furnace work and material handling.
  • Good written & oral communications skills

Desired Skills / Qualifications:
  • Experience with drawings using SolidWorks CAD software
  • Being comfortable with high temperature operations and glass melt testing
  • Experience with preventative maintenance scheduling
  • Experience with welding, and other fabrication methods
  • Continuous process improvement experience

Soft Skills:
  • Creative & innovative approach to problem solving
  • Positive demeanor and collaborative approach
  • Ability to learn, be flexible, and adapt quickly
  • Strong organization and time management skills
  • Self-starter with a strong work ethic

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the recruiter to ensure it’s from @theplanetforward.com - and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Forward.

Planet Forward and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at The Planet Group, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at The Planet Group.