Foundry Quality Technician / Lab Technician - Casting

Wieland North America, Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability, Life & more

401(k) match

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Wellness programs

Sustainability initiatives

Job summary

Wieland North America, Inc. is seeking a Lab Technician (Casting) in Buffalo, NY, onsite. The role involves operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment (OES, XRF, LECO, ICP, FTIR) to ensure accurate testing and reliable results.

You will inspect samples, perform analyses, and document results in accordance with ISO/IATF standards. Qualifications include a STEM degree or an associate degree with 1 year lab experience; chemical lab experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or an Associate degree with 1 year lab experience.
• Chemical laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience operating, calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining analytical lab equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of lab testing methods and analytical instrumentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accurate, reliable results.
• Follow written procedures, maintain records, and work safely in a lab environment.
• Familiarity with ISO/IATF quality management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, standardize, troubleshoot, and maintain lab analytical equipment (OES, XRF, LECO, ICP, FTIR).
• Perform preventive maintenance and replace components to ensure reliable lab operations.
• Conduct chemical and material analyses using various techniques.
• Inspect samples for surface defects and determine corrective actions.
• Support automated lab operations with manual testing when required.
• Document test results and maintain lab records per quality standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement and support ISO/IATF/Iso standards.

Skills

Equipment calibration

Analytical instrumentation

Laboratory testing

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Associate degree + 1 year experience

Tools

OES

XRF

LECO

ICP

FTIR

Job description

Overview

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland's culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities.With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do:safety,ambition,optimism,reliability,ownership,diversity, &respect.

Wieland is hiring a Lab Technician. The Lab Technician will be responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and standardizing laboratory analytical equipment to ensure accurate testing and reliable results. Performs chemical and material analyses using various instrumentation, inspects production samples for quality and surface defects, and takes appropriate corrective actions. Supports automated laboratory operations through routine maintenance, equipment calibration, and analysis of metals, oils, and other materials in accordance with established procedures. This role is located in Buffalo, NY and will be fully onsite.

Base Salary Range: $26.00/hour

Hours: 6am-4pm/4pm-2am (rotating shifts)

May be eligible for a variable compensation plan bonus based upon company performance within fiscal year cycle.

At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.

Responsibilities

Lab Technician (Casting) Responsibilities:

• Operate, standardize, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory analytical equipment, including OES, XRF, LECO, LUX, and related automated laboratory systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and replace equipment components as needed to ensure reliable laboratory operations.
• Conduct chemical and material analyses using a variety of analytical techniques, including ICP, FTIR, and copper determination methods.
• Inspect production samples for surface defects and determine appropriate corrective actions, including rework or scrap disposition.
• Support automated laboratory operations by performing manual testing and analysis when required.
• Accurately document test results and maintain laboratory records in accordance with quality standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and support compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 management systems.
• Safely handle, containerize, and label universal waste materials in accordance with environmental regulations and company procedures.
• Follow all laboratory safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.

Lab Technician (Casting) Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, or an Associate degree with a minimum of One (1) years of laboratory experience required.
• Chemical laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience operating, calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining analytical laboratory equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing methods and analytical instrumentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot technical equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, reliable results.
• Ability to follow written procedures, maintain accurate records, and work safely in a laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with ISO and IATF quality management systems is preferred.

Qualifications

Joining Wieland's team gives you…

• Benefits -Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings- 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance- Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in ourunique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is anequal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.