Laboratory Technician

Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Rockport Works is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our quality-focused team in Rockport, IN. You will collect, prepare, and test samples, recording results in Labware and other systems for accurate quality control.

The role requires a High School diploma, ability to work rotating shifts (nights, weekends, holidays), and a Manufacturing environment background. We offer safety-first culture, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Positive interpersonal skills with peers and management.
• Able to adapt to changing plans and priorities.
• Willing to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Safety and quality compliance through daily meetings.
• Collect, receive, and handle samples with proper identification and priority.
• Perform mechanical and chemical testing (tensile, strength, elongation, grain structure, corrosion, carbon/sulfur, oxygen, chromate, phosphate analyses).
• Record and report test results using Labware and approved data systems.
• Support calibration and performance checks of laboratory equipment.
• Collaborate with production teams for analytical and formability testing needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Schedule flexibility

Manufacturing environment

Legal work authorization

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Labware

Job description

Location: Rockport, IN Cleveland-Cliffs, Rockport Works has an immediate opportunity for a Laboratory Technician.

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

About Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.

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.

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Education assistance
• Paid time off
• More

Equal Opportunity and Disability Accommodation

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.

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.

Additional Information

Cleveland-Cliffs is the largest flat‑rolled steel producer in North America. Founded in 1847 as a mine operator, Cliffs is also the largest manufacturer of iron ore pellets 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. As a team of more than 30,000 people, we proudly serve a diverse range of markets and are the largest steel supplier to the automotive industry in North America. Built on a strong safety and environmental stewardship legacy, we operate responsibly and are committed to a sustainable future. With ongoing initiatives to reduce waste, improve water conservation, and reduce carbon emissions, we promise to become North America’s leader in steelmaking and mining sustainability. Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high‑performing individuals in a myriad of technical and professional disciplines. Whether in the field or office, Cleveland-Cliffs fosters an environment that empowers our employees to achieve their highest potential. Employees will be presented with a challenging and rewarding environment. A competitive compensation package, opportunities for advancement, and work‑life balance all lead to a positive, passionate career at Cleveland-Cliffs.