Brief Summary :
The Lab Technician is required to conduct all lab mechanical testing including tensile, charpy and root guided bend testing, chemical analysis, hardness testing, micro hardness testing, grain size evaluations and weld profiles. Lab Technician is responsible for supporting the welding line by testing and inspecting ERW pipe at various stages of the
production process and compiling and evaluating statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.
Responsibilities :
- Responsible for traceability of all test specimens and records.
- Responsible for reporting test results and data entry in data base.
- Responsible for product release for shipment.
- This position is required to conduct all lab mechanical testing including tensile, charpy and root guided bend testing, chemical analysis, hardness testing, micro hardness testing, grain size evaluations and weld profiles.
- This position ensures all products are tested and meet specification and customer requirements.
- This position will also oversee all test specimen preparation and lab assistant (machinist).
- Evaluation of welding sample according to product frequency.
- Collect welding reports associated with welding.
- Check performance of flattening sample to production.
- Discuss with the welding operator the evaluation results and the potential resolution to improve priority weld.
- Create and maintain the database and various reports.
- Basic housekeeping in general work area.
- Responsible for completing any assignments given by supervisor, even those assignments not specifically listed in this job description.
Qualifications :
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)Associate Degree in related field preferred2 Years equivalent experience in related field OR, Proof of training in an area related to the job assignmentReasonable knowledge in hand-held measuring devices and machining, surface grinding, operation of band saws, plasma cuttingModerate to Advanced PC Skills in Microsoft Applications, i.e., MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPointAble to read, write, speak, and understand sufficiently to follow job and safety requirements.Prefer 2-3 years of lab experience.Physical Requirements :
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.The employee frequently is required to climb, balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and detect smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit.The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.Axis Pipe and Tube LLC,
SAFETY & QUALITY ARE OUR COMMITMENT
Axis Pipe and Tube is committed to helping our partners in the oil and gas industry achieve superior results. We do this by not only supplying premium-quality oil country tubular goods (OCTG) and line pipe products but also delivering the service that energy companies need to stay focused on what they do best.
Located in Bryan, Texas, in the heart of oil-and-gas country, our leading-edge manufacturing facility can produce more than 300,000 tons of electric resistance welded (ERW) OCTG and Line Pipe each year. We use the latest technology and manufacturing techniques to ensure that every product delivers the maximum return on investment while meeting or exceeding the highest safety standards. We're also committed to providing a safe, healthy workplace for every Axis Pipe and Tube employee.
We serve partners who require a wide range of specifications, and we can supply products according to international standards such as API 5L, API 5CT, ASTM.. Discover why Axis Pipe and Tube is the partner of choice among oil-and-gas companies who demand more from their suppliers.
Benefits of Working for Axis Pipe and Tube :
Production Bonuses401K Retirement Plan and 25% Company MatchingMedical, Dental, Vision InsuranceCompany Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance CoverageAncillary Benefits : Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, HSA, FSA, and MoreOn-Site ClinicZayZoon Payday10 Paid Holidays / yearPaid Vacation Time and Bereavement LeaveFrequent Company Events and MealsEmployee Engagement Raffles and GiveawaysYearly Birthday RecognitionAnd More!5 AM - 5 PM