ONBOARDING YOU TO THE COMPANY
At Nexans our global vision is to electrify the future. In our business group ‘Generation & Transmission’ this means designing and fabricating the world's finest cables. We deliver EPCI turnkey projects anywhere in the world. This means we have the best tools, equipment and people with competence and skillset to install and service those cables.
Nexans recognizes the differences that make each employee valuable and unique. Diversity is key to performance and to our global ambition to lead the world in the energy transition towards a sustainable planet. This we know from experience. All differences are appreciated and respected at Nexans. As a result, you will be an active part of a multinational organization where we cultivate the culture of sharing your unique point of view. This is why we encourage diversity in our recruitment - Bring yours to Nexans, it is welcome!
World-wide turnkey cable supplier seeks a Materials Test Technician
Join our team in Nexans in electrifying the future
About the company
Cables have been our business, our passion, our knowledge, for more than a hundred years. Today, we are facing a future that will become electric far sooner than planned. Electrification is in our DNA and we are now ready to scale up to become a pure electrification player in this world. Nexans Norway AS 'head office is located in Oslo and the Norwegian factories are located in Rognan, Halden and Langhus. Nexans has the best of both worlds - we are local and close to our customers, but are also part of a global network with all the benefits it entails. Nexans employs 25,000 people, 1600 Norwegian employees, with a presence in 38 countries.
At Nexans we understand the importance of empowering individuals and enabling everyone to reach their full potential. We believe that in order to come up with the best technical solutions diverse -perspectives, -backgrounds and -experiences are required. Therefore we are committed to ensuring an inclusive workplace that embraces and promotes diversity.
Job Duties:
Prepare samples and carry out tests on cable materials at various stages of production including: Raw material control tests Process control tests Routine tests Investigations Operation of test equipment Perform 5S tasks Prepare samples for tests Defect analysis and root cause investigations Result documentation Utilize good principles of measurement, precision, and uncertainty Use process documentation to perform tests Assist in procedure development and composition Reporting and feedback of test results and deviations to Test Engineer, Test Laboratory Manager, and Process Engineers Communication of results using rigorous scientific methodology
Ares of Responsibilty:
Conduct tests on raw materials and cable samples Conduct investigative analysis on cable samples Preparation of equipment before and after testing Follow company and department's governing documents Keep work area tidy and safe Represent Nexans towards client representatives during witnessed tests
Requestef Qualifications:
Fluent in English High School Diploma, technical secondary education preferred Experience working in a laboratory strongly preferred Quality control testing experience within a manufacturing environment highly desired Proficient in usage of hand tools Proficient in usage of precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometer, etc.) Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required. Ability to quickly learn new software tools including Synergi, TeamCenter, SAP desired. Must be able to read, write, and comprehend plant directives for required document control, equipment operation, and follow direction of supervisors/peer instructions Perform simple mathematics, comprehend and interpret technical manuals and procedures Adaptable, flexible, and resourceful with ability to work independently Ability to comprehend and learn complex scientific topics Must understand and comply with all policies and procedures of Nexans High Voltage USA, Inc. Able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug test May be required to travel in order to train for short periods in other Nexans plants
OUR GROWTH CULTURE
Among our employees we share the same values- we are pioneers of the energy transition, dedicated to deliver to the highest standards of performance, united to achieve our ambitious goal.
At the individual level our growth culture is built on trust and collaboration. We wish to welcome you as a valuable member of our team. To enable impact we believe in autonomy at the local level at the same time as we encourage knowledge sharing within our global engineering competence.
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