Laboratory Technician - 1st Shift

MetalTek; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

MetalTek, a Wisconsin-based manufacturer, seeks a detail-oriented lab technician to perform analyses, calibrations, and reporting of test results for parts and products. You will handle sample receiving, preparation, mechanical and chemical testing, and data entry in tracking systems.

Responsibilities include maintaining quality systems, troubleshooting equipment, and updating procedures. Must work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment; experience with Windows and spreadsheets is

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical, math, and writing ability.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work and learn independently with minimal supervision.
• Capable of mistake-free work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Computer skills: Windows, spreadsheets, data entry.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses using established methods and maintain calibration checks.
• Prepare samples and carry out mechanical and chemical testing.
• Record, report results, and release products and parts.
• Maintain quality system compliance and assist with self-audits.
• Operate and troubleshoot lab equipment; update procedures as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Writing ability

Attention to detail

Independent learner

Education

High school diploma in math/science

Associate degree in technical/science field

Tools

Microscopes

Tensile testing equipment

Spectrometers

Job description

Description

Perform analyses according to established methods including operation of analytical equipment, calibration checks, calibration adjustment, recording and reporting results, and release of product and parts.

Perform a variety of lab preparation, testing, and support activities, including:

• Sample receiving (identify test requirements and enter specimen into tracking system)
• Specimen preparation (abrasive cutting, turning, milling, grinding, CNC operation, etc.)
• Mechanical testing (hardness, tensile, rupture, impact, etc.)
• Metallographic preparation and evaluation
• Chemical analysis

Maintain quality system compliance (calibration checks, self-audits, etc.)

Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on lab equipment.

Review industry and customer specifications and help develop, write or update procedures.

Rotate hours as needed to support production or department needs. Daily or weekend O.T. may be required.

Requirements

Strong mechanical, math, and writing ability.

Strong communication skills.

Ability to work and learn independently with minimal supervision.

Capable of mistake-free work in a fast-paced work environment.

Computer skills are required (working with Microsoft Windows-based systems, creating spreadsheets for calculations, entering and reviewing data in databases).

Minimum of high school education in math and science (chemistry, physics, general) is required. Additional technical classes or associates degree an asset.

Demonstrated excellent attendance

Experience operating and maintaining chemical and/or physical testing equipment (microscopes, tensile testing, spectrometers, etc.) is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Drug Free Workplace