Met Lab Technician

MalaceHR is a trusted workforce solutions provider delivering skilled trades engineering and professional staffing services to top companies across the U.S. We are seeking a Met Lab Technician to join our team and support critical metallurgical testing operations in a manufacturing environment.

Position Summary

The Met Lab Technician will prepare heat-treated components for material structure analysis using specialized laboratory equipment. This role will also perform preliminary testing including micro-hardness and case depth while ensuring accuracy compliance and adherence to quality standards.

Essential Job Functions

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct routine sediment analysis and testing on samples related to the manufacturing process.

• Perform metallurgical testing under the guidance of metallurgists and per technical instructions (TIS).

• Develop and maintain required documentation charting and reporting for both sediment and metallurgical processes.

• Operate lab equipment for metallurgical and sediment testing.

• Approve materials within established criteria and specifications.

• Report and document Non-Conformances Corrective Actions and Continuous Improvements.

• Assist engineering staff with problem-solving manufacturing process issues.

• Maintain compliance with Global Manufacturing System (GMS) procedures.

• Ensure safety organization and cleanliness within the lab environment.

• Collaborate professionally with team members and other departments.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Lab Manager or Metallurgist.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.

• Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with advanced knowledge of Excel or similar applications.

• Strong understanding of metallurgical concepts practices and procedures.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Associate degree in a related field or equivalent work experience preferred.

Shifts

• 2^nd shift 2:00-10:30PM ( will need to train on 1^st shift 6:30AM-3:00PM

• 1^st shift 6:30AM-3:00PM

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods.

• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds.

• Must be able to work within a manufacturing facility which may have variable temperatures.