Lab Technician

**About the job**

**About the company**

Integra Castings is an ISO 9001:2015 certified **Gray & Ductile iron foundry** with the ability to **melt, mold and core** a wide variety of materials. We offer customized solutions for projects while maintaining strict quality assurance guidelines. Our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction drives our success in the industry.

**Role and responsibilities**

As a Lab Technician, your responsibilities will include performing comprehensive tests on material properties, conducting thorough metallurgical analyses, and executing quality control checks on complete castings. Your expertise in these areas will be vital in maintaining the high standards we uphold for our products.

**Responsibilities include**:

- Sample collection and processing of test bars, wedges, coupons, and Spectro’s
- Process Coupons through breaking, notching grinding, polishing, labelling
- Perform microscopic evaluations on samples collected
- Perform Hardness testing, Nodularity and Pearlite Ratings
- Chemical Analysis using a Spectrometer
- Sieve Analysis, sand tensile strength testing, loss of ignition analysis
- Conduct weekly equipment Calibration
- Documenting and reporting all findings to the Quality Manager

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- Provide support and expertise to production staff
- Issue work orders and NCR’s as required, track and log issues
- **Qualifications**:

- High school or Secondary level of education
- Chemistry knowledge including understanding of the Periodic Table of Elements
- Excellent Communication and Time Management skills
- Understanding and perform root cause analysis, Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to adapt to changing conditions and prioritize tasks
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and demonstrates general Computer skills
- **We offer**:

- Comprehensive benefits package (including health, dental and retirement savings)
- Boot allowance
- Attendance bonus

If you are a dynamic and proactive person interested in contributing to the company's success, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and how you can contribute to the team.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person