TekWissen LLC
Location
Moline, IL | United States
Job description
Overview :
TekWissen Group is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries in the world. Our client is the brand name of Deere & Company, an American corporation that manufactures agricultural machinery, heavy equipment, forestry machinery, diesel engines, drivetrains used in heavy equipment, and lawn care equipment.
Job Title: Materials Lab Technician
Duration: 36 Months
Location: Moline, IL, 61265
Job Type: Contract
Work Type: Onsite
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Specific Position Requirements:
Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Materials Lab Technician to join our team.
This role will support the Additive Manufacturing Lab with the setup and operation of multiple 3D printers, execute Material Wear Testing, and perform metallurgical sample preparation, testing and characterizations.
The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background with a focus on manufacturing processes and materials.
Key Responsibilities:
Set up, operate and maintain material lab equipment including metal & plastic 3D printers, sectioning saws, mounting press, grinding/polishing equipment, hardness testers, and wear testing equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines.
Monitor 3D printing processes to ensure part quality, troubleshoot issues, and make necessary adjustments to optimize print parameters.
Perform post-processing of 3D printed material tasks such as part removal, sanding, machining, and finishing to meet specific requirements.
Prepare sample specimens for material testing and characterizations such as wear test coupons, adhesive lap shear samples, and metallographic mounts.
Conduct material testing such as wear testing, hardness testing and microstructure imaging and compile results into presentable reports through Lab Work Request System.
Collaborate with other Material Lab Personnel and the lab work requestors providing feedback on manufacturing and characterization feasibility of the various lab requests.
Maintain detailed records of 3D printing parameters, material usage, and part quality to support lab quality control and continuous improvement efforts.
Conduct routine maintenance and calibration of 3D printing equipment and material lab machines to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant technical certification or associate degree preferred.
Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, including knowledge of various manufacturing technologies, materials, and post-processing techniques.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, 3D models, and geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs (Outlook, TEAMS, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc).
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
A strong candidate would have experience operating manufacturing machines and/or material testing equipment.
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift and maneuver heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) in a laboratory environment.
Comfort working with various tools and equipment for post-processing tasks.
Major Purpose
Performs basic product design, testing and/or analysis work for a defined portion of a project.
Operates in a team environment, providing input to design solutions and participating in design reviews.
Develops recommendations within established guidelines; work and decisions are reviewed by supervisors before implementation.
Major Duties
Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the analysis of information and the specification of the methods and process steps, as well as the plant, machinery, and equipment, required to design and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes and process systems.
Contribute to the development of, and implement feasibility testing of, proposed engineering solutions to provide feedback and data to validate the design.
Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the drafting of engineering standards and specifications and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards.
Carry out inspections under the supervision of senior colleagues to evaluate the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures, and make recommendations to senior colleagues on the remedial works needed to ensure conformance with specifications and regulatory requirements
Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them
Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.
Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential.
Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
Skills, Abilities, Knowledge
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to get results using new and advanced engineering technologies.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to execute engineering designs using the appropriate methods, tools, processes and software.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to achieve engineering development targets using appropriate methods, tools, processes and software.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to produce technical engineering specifications and related materials.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to test, evaluate and improve engineering outcomes.
Builds engineering solutions with guidance (but not constant supervision).
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to implement engineering designs, evaluate outcomes and then make improvements as needed.
Manages and applies safe systems of work with guidance (but not constant supervision).
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to develop appropriate plans or perform necessary actions based on recommendations and requirements.
Works under guidance (but not constant supervision) to analyse data trends for use in reports to help guide decision making.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to manage projects and/or programs within desired cost, time and quality parameters.
Works at an intermediate level to identify, verify, and manage changes to the scope of the project or program, utilizing the most appropriate approach. Typically works with guidance.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to identify, assess, prioritize and manage project-related risks.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to measure and report progress toward intermediate targets to make sure a project stays on track to achieve its ultimate goals.
Uses clear and effective verbal communications skills without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on expressing ideas, requesting actions and formulating plans or policies.
Works at an intermediate level to build the structure and culture of the project team and define roles and responsibilities within that structure to enable the achievement of project mission and objectives and the effective operation of key business processes.
Typically works with guidance.
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
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