Metallurgical Lab Technician

Reliable Sprinkler Co.; Columbia (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Reliable Sprinkler Co. is seeking a Metallurgical Lab Technician in Columbia, PA to oversee metal and sand testing for process control. This full-time position requires 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and strong communication and leadership skills. Responsibilities include testing iron and sand samples, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring adherence to safety requirements. The role offers health benefits, a 401k, and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees and customers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee metal and sand testing for process control.
• Test iron and sand samples for properties.
• Interact with production personnel to maintain process control.
• Maintain lab equipment and workspace.
• Adhere to established safety and PPE requirements.

Skills

Fast-paced manufacturing experience

PC/Systems knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Metallurgical Lab Technician

Department: Manufacturing & Distribution - Skilled Jobs

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Columbia, PA - Plant

Reporting To: Andrew Reardon

Description

A Metallurgical Lab Technician will oversee the metal and sand testing required for process control in the foundry. This position is on 1st Shift, Monday through Friday plus weekends as scheduled.

Key Responsibilities

• Test iron samples for chemistry control.
• Monitor chemistry results and alert production of out-of-range conditions.
• Analyze samples for microstructure and alert production of out-of-range conditions.
• Test sand for properties and process control.
• Monitor sand test results and alert production of out-of-range conditions.
• Perform core sand tests as needed.
• Perform strength tests on sample pieces.
• Interact with production personnel based on results to maintain process control.
• Maintain lab equipment in good working order.
• Interact with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Maintenance, Machine Shop, Human Resources and Accounting on a need basis.
• Perform tasks assigned by the Metallurgist as needed.
• Maintain a clean workplace.
• Adhere to established safety and PPE requirements.
• Provide other support to production and management as required.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment involving a fast-paced production workplace.
• PC/Systems knowledge and skills.
• Strong leadership, communications, and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of employees, customers and outside professionals.

Job Benefits

• Health benefits, 401k, and Paid Holidays

ASC Engineered Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.