Metallurgical Lab Technician (2nd shift)

Job Description

**Metallurgical Lab Technician **- Woodhaven, MI.

Six-month contract position

Pay: $25.66 - $33.35 per hour - dependent upon proven work history

2nd Shift position - 3:00pm - 11:30pm

The ideal candidate for this position will be responsible for general support activities in a testing laboratory, including ordering of chemicals and supplies, sample receipt, small equipment maintenance and calibration (balance weight checks, spectrophotometer checks) and various administrative support duties. Will assist in routine sweeps of the lab to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Knowledge of mechanical testing (tensile and wrap bend). Experience in Microsoft Office application is highly preferred.

Description of the Metallurgical Lab Technician:

The Metallurgical Lab Technician is responsible for the safe and correct preparation of Aluminum sheet metal samples and the testing of those samples per the requirements of the testing plan associated to the material and standard methods used within the laboratory. The Lab Technician ensures the resulting values are correctly logged either via the automation system or by manual entry depending on the test. Decisions on metal usage are based on the results from the Lab Technician's work, so consistency and stability are essential characteristics of this work.

Expectations of the Metallurgical Lab Technician:

The Lab Technician is required to adhere to and promote all corporate safety practices

The Lab Technician must practice safe housekeeping ensuring work areas are neat and clean

The Lab Technician must be physically capable of handling large sheets of aluminum safely as part of the sample preparation process

The Lab Technician must be capable of following the inspection plan and ensuring all necessary testing is completed for metal certification to occur upon release from the laboratory

The Lab Technician must be capable of discerning passing vs. non-passing test results per the standards and reacting appropriately to the results

The Lab Technician must be capable of operating various computer systems, following training, and must be comfortable with the Microsoft Windows operating environment

The Lab Technician must be able to monitor the condition and performance of the testing equipment to ensure stable performance and reacting appropriately to instabilities is also a necessity of this role

Requirements of the Metallurgical Lab Technician:

Must be willing to work 2nd shift and weekends as needed

High School Diploma REQUIRED - college coursework or Associates degree preferred

2+ years experience working in a Laboratory environment

Will be required to adhere to and promote all corporate safety practices

Must be physically capable of handling large sheets of aluminum in a safe manner as part of the sample preparation process

Must be capable of understanding and consistently following the standard methods used to govern testing in the laboratory environment

Must be capable of following the inspection plan and ensuring all necessary testing is completed for metal certification to occur under release from the laboratory

Must be capable of discerning passing vs. non-passing test results per the standards and reacting appropriately to the results

Must be capable of operating various computer systems, following training, and must be comfortable with the Microsoft Windows operating environment.

A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.

By applying for this role, you confirm that all information submitted is accurate and complete. You further acknowledge that providing false or fraudulent information during the application process is cause for denial of an offer, revocation of any existing offer, or other adverse action, up to and including termination after the start of your commencement of work.

You should be proficient in:

Driver's License

Data Analysis and Manipulation

High School / GED

Excellent Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Microsoft Excel