Brits: Metallurgical Technician Intern (1 Year) posted by Execustaff South Africa (Pty) Ltd

Main Responsibilities: 
– Conduct materials testing using various methods that meet customer specifications for production evaluation of iron components. 
– Have a basic understanding of the concepts, practices, procedures and testing equipment in the metallurgical lab. 
– Perform evaluation of test results and report information to the Production Manager. 
– Complete testing assignments in accordance with instructions and record results. 
– Collect and store all test data as required. Prepare clearly written lab reports. 
– Ensure testing and reports are completed by the established deadlines. 
– Issue material certificates for components approval and dispatching. 
– Verify the assigned testing equipment has been calibrated. Arrange calibration with outside vendors when needed. 
– Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot testing errors when encountered. 
– Maintain equipment, machinery, and components. Identify machines or parts that need to be replaced. Notify the Production Manager of any machine issues. 
– Conduct defect analysis on defective components/ out of specification part analysis on parts produced out of specification and timeously issue metallurgical report. 
– Comply with all safety rules and regulations. Follow the safety manual guidelines and discuss any perceived job hazards with the Production Manager and SHE officer before issues arise. 
– Comply with all quality management system requirements  
– Oversee Spectro operators and machinery and report any issues to the Production Manager. 
Stand in for the Production Manager when absent; this includes overseeing the metallurgical laboratory and attending required meetings. 
– Any other reasonable duties as assigned from time to time.