Job Title: Research and Development Senior Lab Technician

If you have four years of job related experience; successful performance as a Fisher Barton Lab Technician Level 2 role; or have completed coursework in materials engineering or a related field, have a passion for life long learning, are a good problem solver, are process driven, good at multi-tasking, demonstrate the ability to delegate, have good peer relationship skills, and can manage complex processes and are looking for an opportunity to grow, a role as a Fisher Barton Research and Development Senior Lab Technician might be for you. You will ensure the smooth operation of the Technology Center’s metallurgical and mechanical testing lab through equipment maintenance, consumable purchasing, calibration coordination, training team members, and indepently completing routine materials testing and analysis. You will also direct and manage existing laboratory testing procedures as well as the development of new procedures and support other Fisher Barton divisions with routine quality control work and testing. Fisher Barton values our 3C’s Culture, working every day to execute Customer Excellence, a Culture of Fairness, and Community Involvement.

You will do this by:

• Conducting routine laboratory testing, including: metallographic sample preparation, spectrometer chemistry measurement, macro and microhardness, standardized laboratory wear resistance testing, operate light microscopes, scanning electron microscopy, impact testing, and tensile/compression/fatigue testing
• Assisting in metallurgical analysis relating to process control and product development
• Developing and performing new test procedures for analysis of materials and components
• Communicating with internal and external stakeholders
• Perform failure analysis
• Interpretating microstructure
• Writing work instructions for less common testing
• Developing new testing procedures for common laboratory testing
• Directing and training level 1 and 2 technicians
• Managing the workflow through the laboratory

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities. Responsibilities and impact may crossover technical fields/functions.

Required Qualifications:

• 4 years of job related experience; or successful performance in a Fisher Barton Lab Technician 2 role; or coursework in materials engineering or a related field
• Technical writing capabilities
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a quality lab, metallurgical lab or as a process technician
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with welding

Physical | Visual Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to wear proper personal protective equipment (ear plugs, safety glasses, respirator etc…)

Work Environment:

• Materials Lab
• Office
• Manufacturing: Loud (Examples: metal can, manufacturing department, large earth moving equipment)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Location: 700 S. Water St. | Watertown | WI | 53094

Benefits Package:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• Employee, Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• 96 hours (12 days) Paid Time Off to start
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• Health Savings Plans (HSA, FSA and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Eligibility to participate in the ONE Fisher Barton Quarterly Bonus Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Apprenticeship Programs
• Off-Site Team Building Events
• On-Site Cookouts and Celebrations
• Birthday and Anniversary Recognition
• Holiday parties
• And more!

Who we are:

At Fisher Barton, we combine years of experience across multiple industries to deliver unparalleled innovation. Our world-class talent understands the behavior of materials and develops leading-edge solutions that meet your unique needs. We’re more than a source for high-quality parts; Fisher Barton is your resource for the highest quality solutions you’ll find—anywhere.

Fisher Barton is an equal opportunity employer who welcome and encourages diversity in our workforce. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any status or characteristic protected by law.