Lab Operator

I. Purpose of the Role

To perform all the routine metallography testing of the Wire Rod, ISC
To perform all testing associated with ISC line such as Mechanical, Chemical & Bath Testing.
To do the Wire Fracture Analysis and find out the cause of the fracture and prepare the final report.

II. Roles and Responsibilities

Testing:
1 To do the metallurgical analysis of Wire Rod, ISC & Filaments
2 Testing of incoming Wire Rod and making of a report with the defined methods of rating and advising the production team about possible difficulties in using it.
3 To do an analysis of fracture samples and give suggestions to production through the report. By this, the issue can be resolved, or they can make some improvements in a subsequent operation.
4 Coordinate the third-party testing as per the sampling plan.
5 To visit the wire rod supplier (on-site) to do metallography testing.
6 Maintain heat-wise test results data.
7 Maintain sufficient stock of consumables and cost savings by finding suitable alternatives for high-cost consumables.

Handling of the instruments in the Mechanical Lab:
Skillful and proper handling of the following instruments in the mechanical lab to test the samples for different parameters.
1 Instron 
2 Micrometer (Digital and Laser)
3 Profile projector or Image dimension analysis (Keyence)
4 Stereoscope.
5 wire rod straightener

Handling of the instruments in the Metallography lab:
Knowledge and careful handling of the following instruments in the Metallography lab
1 Optical Microscope
2 System Grinder
3 Mounting Press 
4 Different polishing machines
5 Stereoscope

Calibration & MSA:
1 Do the calibrations of some of the equipment in the lab as instructed by seniors. Follow up with the external lab.
2 Perform MSA as per plan & maintain the record.

Audit & QMS:
1 Make preparation for IATF 16949/2016 audit.
2 Maintain training and evaluation log and other necessary documents.
3 Provide CAPA on audit findings.
4 Prepare SOP wherever needed and document them.

Safety, Quality, Delivery, Commitment, Morale (SQDCM):
1 General safety awareness & importance of personal protective equipment.
2 Awareness of occupational health, industrial hygiene & environment management
3 Has an attitude of being quality-conscious at all times & maintain quality standards
4 He should be able to understand what work has a high priority and always attends to this first. Works efficiently and effectively
5 He should have an attitude towards cost-saving in all areas of work
6 Helps build a good organization by working towards achieving common goals. He should be able to communicate clearly and share relevant information thus building & strengthening communication channels.

III. Skills & Competencies

Formal Education – Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering 
Work experience – 1-2 years (Preferably in Metallurgical testing).
Knowledge & skills:
• Sound knowledge of Metallurgy fundamentals.
• Willingness to take initiative.
• Good team player. Positive, Go-getter attitude.
• Good computer & communication (oral & written) skills.
• Basic knowledge of Quality Management System ISO/TS 16949.
• Knowledge of Material Characterization techniques.
• Willing to travel frequently to wire rod suppliers for metallography testing purposes.