A Metallurgical Lab Technician will oversee the metal and sand testing required for process control in the foundry. This position is on 1st Shift, Monday through Friday plus weekends as scheduled.

·         Test iron samples for chemistry control.

·         Monitor chemistry results and alert production of out-of-range conditions.

·         Analyze samples for microstructure and alert production of out-of-range conditions.

·         Test sand for properties and process control.

·         Monitor sand test results and alert production of out-of-range conditions.

·         Perform core sand tests as needed.

·         Perform strength tests on sample pieces.

·         Interact with production personnel based on results to maintain process control.

·         Maintain lab equipment in good working order.

·         Interact with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Maintenance, Machine Shop, Human Resources and Accounting on a need basis. 

·         Perform task assigned by the Metallurgist as needed.

·         Maintain a clean workplace.

·         Adhere to established safety and PPE requirements.

·         Provides other support to production and management as required.

·         1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment involving a fast-paced production workplace.

·         PC/Systems knowledge and skills.

·         Strong leadership, communications, and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of employees, customers and outside professionals.