Metrology Lab Technician – Metal Sample Testing

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc.; Newburg (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc. is seeking an AP2 Lab Tech to own the basket and drum sample review process.

You will sample stainless‑steel baskets and aluminized drums, cut seams and welds to size, and run tests to qualify form and function using Instron, calipers, micrometers and high‑powered microscopes. Responsibilities include categorizing samples, performing tests on welds, investigating root causes, entering results into the database, and communicating findings to Quality Engineering.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree strongly preferred.
• 2+ years’ technical experience within manufacturing quality or an engineering lab in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Previous experience handling and processing metal samples strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with power tools and hand gauges strongly preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within large, cross‑functional teams across various organizational levels.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including coordinating across shifts and providing updates to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Categorize and prepare samples according to standard operating procedures.
• Perform tests on drum weld and basket seam samples received from the lines.
• Investigate the root cause of failures when applicable.
• Input findings of the testing into the database.
• Communicate findings to the appropriate Quality Engineer.
• Perform 5S activities, organize part samples, equipment, and work areas.
• Oversee the condition of all testing equipment within the metrology lab and manage sample processing.
• Ensure that all testing equipment remains operable and provides accurate feedback.
• Perform operator‑level preventive maintenance of lab equipment.
• Assist engineering with testing of modified supplier parts as needed.
• Support problem‑solving with engineering staff.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities.
• Assist with gauge calibration activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Self-starter

Multi-project juggling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Instron

Power tools

Hand gauges

Job description

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc. is seeking an AP2 Lab Tech to own the basket and drum sample review process.

You will sample stainless‑steel baskets and aluminized drums, cut seams and welds to size, and run tests to qualify form and function using Instron, calipers, micrometers and high‑powered microscopes. Responsibilities include categorizing samples, performing tests on welds, investigating root causes, entering results into the database, and communicating findings to Quality Engineering.