Lab Technician I (3rd Shift -11:30 pm - 8:00 am)

I. POSITION SUMMARY
A. Performs laboratory tests to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of materials for purposes such as: quality control, process control or product development.
II.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned):
  A.
• Operates laboratory equipment and instruments such as: microscopes, dilatometers, chemical balance scales, high temperature furnaces, optical measurement systems, and particle size analyzers.
  B.
• Tests materials that are used in Honeyceram manufacturing in order to determine the following: moisture content, WAB, ESP, ISO, BSP, Barcode readability, particle size, sieve residue and other physical characteristics.
  C.
• Tests samples of manufactured Honeyceram to verify conformity to customer specifications
  D.
• Records test results on various standardized forms and enters data into the company’s information systems
  E.
• Cleans laboratory equipment
  F.
• Prepares chemical solutions for tests
  G.
• Works safely by avoiding forklifts; staying clear of forklift doors; and using personnel doors when entering or exiting the buildings
  H.
• Participates in G5S (Global 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) activities, PM (Preventive Maintenance) and MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader) activities, as needed
  I.
• Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials
  J.
• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
  III.
• REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
  Customer Focus, Environmental Awareness and Compliance, Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills,.
• Integrity and Accountability, Organizational Awareness, Respect and Humility, Safety Orientation, Teamwork.

  IV.

• REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  A.
• Required Education and/or Experience
  1.
• Must be able to successfully complete all required job training
  2.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  3.
• CRC Silver or higher
  B.
• Preferred Experience
  1.
• A background in laboratory testing is desired.
  C.
• Required Language Skills
  1.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  2.
• Ability to complete various forms and documents and write legibly.
  D.
• Required Mathematical Skills
  1.
• Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers and decimals.
  E.
• Required Reasoning Ability
  1.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  2.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  F.
• Required Computer Skills
  1.
• Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
  G.
• Additional Required Skills and Abilities
  1.
• Ability to read gauges and scales.
  V.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and will be determined on a case by case basis):
  A.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to handle and feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
  B.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch.
  C.
• Manual dexterity is required for handling of sensitive lab equipment.
  D.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  E.
• The employee is required to have 20/20 near point vision and 20/40 far point vision (natural or corrected vision).
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
  VI.
• WORK ENVIRONMENT
  A.
• The employee is frequently exposed to vibration.
  B.
• The employee is regularly exposed to heat.
  C.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to the risks of radiation; and fumes or airborne particles.
  D.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  VII.
• SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE
  A.
• Safety glasses, safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, goggles and/or full face shield are required while performing certain job duties.
  B.
• Task appropriate gloves or mitts (e.g. latex gloves, cloth gloves, or heat resistance gloves) are required while performing certain job duties.
  C.
• Respirators may be required while performing certain job duties.
  D.
• Heat resistance, protective or safety aprons are required while performing certain job duties.
  E.
• Regularly scheduled vision testing is performed.
  F.
• Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property.
  VIII.
• EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER
  A.
• This job description is not to be considered a written contract.
• Employment with NGK is at will.
• This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law.
• Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.