Laboratory Technician

Cleveland-Cliffs; Rockport (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Rockport Works is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform material tests in accordance with QSOPs. You will collect samples, prepare them for analysis, and report results using Labware and approved data systems. The position requires a high school diploma, the ability to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends, and strong computer skills.

Manufacturing experience and MS Office proficiency are a plus. Cleveland-Cliffs is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Positive communication with peers and management.
• Able to adapt to changing plans and priorities.
• Willing to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends.
• Manufacturing environment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and QSOPs in daily tasks.
• Collect, receive, and properly handle samples for testing.
• Perform mechanical and chemical tests (tensile, corrosion, etc.).
• Record and report test results using Labware and data systems.
• Maintain calibration and performance checks of lab equipment.
• Collaborate with production teams to support testing needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Location: Rockport, IN

Cleveland-Cliffs, Rockport Works has an immediate opportunity for a Laboratory Technician. The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing multiple required tests on materials per the Quality Standard Operating Procedures (QSOP).

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety and quality by following all JSHA's and QSOP's and participating in daily safety and quality meetings.
• Collects, receives, and properly handles production and analytical samples, ensuring correct identification and testing priority.
• Performs mechanical and chemical testing, including tensile, strength, elongation, grain structure, corrosion, carbon/sulfur, oxygen, chromate, and phosphate analyses.
• Accurately records, reports, and communicates test results using Labware and approved data systems.
• Conducts safety and quality observations to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Verifies, maintains, and documents calibration and performance checks of laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Collaborates with production teams to support analytical and formability testing needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to interact with peers and management in a positive manner
• Adapts effectively to changing plans and priorities
• Ability to work rotating schedule; including nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
• Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United Stated on a full-time basis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Solid computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office products

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, educationassistance, paid time off and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 1-[phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.