Lab Tech - 2nd Shift

Eck Industries Inc; Manitowoc (WI); Presencial; USD 29.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays & vacation

Descripción de la vacante

Eck Industries Inc in Manitowoc, WI, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support daily lab operations, verify material properties, and ensure aluminum castings meet quality standards. Follow instructions, prepare samples, and perform tests with spectrometer and hardness testers.

This hands-on role requires a high school diploma and basic computer skills; health, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match are offered, along with paid holidays and vacation in a family-owned

Formación

• Follow work instructions and specifications to perform laboratory tests and accurately record results.
• Prepare and test samples using the spectrometer, including routine cleaning, maintenance, calibration, and alloy analysis.
• Operate the tensile tester: prepare and measure specimens, set up equipment, run tests, and share reports as needed.
• Use the Brinell hardness tester to measure, read, and convert hardness results.
• Verify heat treat batches and mechanical properties; approve loads and complete required shop documentation when authorized.
• Inspect incoming ingots, including identification, marking, and proper storage.
• Complete equipment inspections, maintain a clean and organized 6S work area, and handle waste and scrap properly.
• Operate a forklift or other equipment as needed and assist with other assigned duties.

Responsabilidades

• Follow work instructions and specifications to perform laboratory tests and record results.
• Prepare and test samples using spectrometer; routine cleaning, calibration, alloy analysis.
• Operate tensile tester and Brinell hardness tester; report results.
• Verify heat treat batches and mechanical properties; approve loads and complete shop documentation.
• Inspect ingots and proper storage; maintain 6S workspace.
• Operate forklift and assist with other duties.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Quality procedures

Microsoft Office

Laboratory testing

Educación

High school diploma

Herramientas

Spectrometer

Tensile tester

Brinell hardness tester

Forklift operation

Descripción del empleo

$25.51/hour at 90 days.Laboratory TechnicianJoin the team at Eck Industries, a leading aluminum foundry in Manitowoc, WI. We’re looking for a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support day-to-day lab operations, help verify material properties, and ensure our aluminum castings meet quality standards.What You’ll DoFollow work instructions and specifications to perform laboratory tests and accurately record results.Prepare and test samples using the spectrometer, including routine cleaning, maintenance, calibration, and alloy analysis.Operate the tensile tester: prepare and measure specimens, set up equipment, run tests, and share reports as needed.Use the Brinell hardness tester to measure, read, and convert hardness results.Verify heat treat batches and mechanical properties; approve loads and complete required shop documentation when authorized.Prepare packing slips and customer-required certifications as needed.Inspect incoming ingots, including identification, marking, and proper storage.Complete equipment inspections, maintain a clean and organized 6S work area, and handle waste and scrap properly.Operate a forklift or other equipment as needed and assist with other assigned duties.What We’re Looking ForAt least one year of manufacturing experience preferred.High school diploma or equivalent required.Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow written procedures and quality requirements.Willingness to learn and safely operate laboratory testing equipment.Why You’ll Love It$25.51/hour at 90 days.Health insurance with premiums as low as $0 per month, dental and vision insurance, disability and life insurance.401(k) plan with company match.Up to 10 paid holidays annually after 60 days and one week paid vacation in your first year.Steady work in a clean, modern foundry.Advancement opportunities and hands-on training.Be part of a family-owned company that’s been innovating for over 75 years.