Material Lab Technician

Carley Foundry, Inc.; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 31,684 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Medical plans

HSA

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Short-Term Disability

Life insurance

Spouse and child life

401(k)

Parental leave

PTO

Wellness program

Company events

Job summary

Carley Foundry, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Metal Lab Technician to support our foundry operations. The role emphasizes material testing, equipment maintenance, and upholding high quality in the lab process.

The position offers competitive hourly pay based on experience and comprehensive benefits, including medical plans, an HSA, 401(k), PTO, and life insurance options, with opportunities to train on first shift and move to second shift as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational certificates preferred.
• Proficient computer skills and quality‑control experience.
• Ability to work in a foundry manufacturing facility.
• Experience with spectrometer or tensile tester is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Verify properties of aluminum and steel using spectrometer, tensile tester, and conductivity tester.
• Prepare metallurgical samples for review by a qualified metallurgist.
• Utilize a lathe to create clean, smooth surfaces for testing.
• Perform maintenance on testing equipment and log data accurately.
• Process casting materials that have been deemed ready for rework and perform testing on dry and green sand samples.
• Collaborate with all departments to ensure products move through the lab quickly while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Assist in training on 1st shift and transition to 2nd shift long‑term.

Skills

Quality control

Computer skills

Foundry environment

Training ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational certificate preferred

Tools

Spectrometer

Tensile tester

Conductivity tester

Lathe

Job description

We are hiring a Metal Lab Technician to support our foundry manufacturing operations. This role focuses on material testing, equipment maintenance, and ensuring high‑quality standards throughout the lab process. The position offers competitive hourly pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; certificate or vocational education preferred.
• Proficient computer skills and experience in quality control.
• Ability to work in a foundry manufacturing facility.
• Experience with spectrometer or tensile tester usage is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Verify properties of aluminum and steel using spectrometer, tensile tester, and conductivity tester.
• Prepare metallurgical samples for review by a qualified metallurgist.
• Utilize a lathe to create clean, smooth surfaces for testing.
• Perform maintenance on testing equipment and log data accurately.
• Process casting materials that have been deemed ready for rework and perform testing on dry and green sand samples.
• Collaborate with all departments to ensure products move through the lab quickly while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Assist in training on 1st shift and transition to 2nd shift long‑term.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $23.00 to $26.00 per hour.
• Comprehensive medical plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Vision and dental coverage.
• Short‑Term Disability (STD).
• Company‑sponsored basic life insurance and voluntary life options.
• Spouse and child life coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Parental leave.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Wellness program and company‑sponsored events.

Carley Foundry, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local laws.