Quality Lab Technicians: 12-hour weekend schedule

Precision Castparts Corp.; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking Quality Lab Technicians for 12‑hour weekend shifts in Muskegon, MI. The role focuses on chemical analysis of samples, data entry into LIMS, and calibration of lab equipment.

You will support production from the C-M melt shop to vendors, ensuring accuracy and safety. The technician will maintain analytical standards, assist in training, and handle routine lab tasks with strict adherence to EH&S policies.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and 2 years of lab experience.
• Preferred: 2/4 year Applied Science degree with emphasis on chemistry.
• LECO, XRF and/or trace analysis experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical analysis using established procedures and operate analytical instruments.
• Maintain calibration and simple maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Record, report and file results in the Laboratory Information System (LIMS).
• Ensure compliance with EH&S policies and safety standards.
• Assist in training new Lab Technicians and other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Hold weekend schedule coverage and be available for overtime as needed.

Skills

Hand tools

Math & chemistry aptitude

Computer skills

Technical reading

Periodic table knowledge

Analytical mindset

Follow instructions

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Applied Science degree (2/4 years)

Tools

LECO

XRF

Trace analysis

Job description

Quality Lab Technicians: 12-hour weekend schedule

Country United States of America

State / County Michigan

City Muskegon

Division Metals

Company Cannon Muskegon

Function Quality

Workplace Type On-Site

Position type Full Time

Opportunity ID 23356

Job Description

Two Openings:

1 Lab Technician

6PM – 6AM Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

1 Lab Technician

6AM – 6PM Saturday, Sunday, and Monday

Flagship Aerospace and Orthopedic Metals Plant

Rich Quarterly Bonus (with track record of meeting/exceeding Bonus payouts!)

Quality Lab Technician Position Summary:

The Quality Lab Technician is responsible for the chemical analysis of incoming, in-process and finished good samples. Technicians verify analysis data into Laboratory Information System (LIMS) - including release of materials and/or products. Calibration and basic maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work safely.
• Adhere to all company and regulatory EH&S policies and procedures. Look for safety issues and notify leadership of all safety concerns.
• Adheres to all Company 6-S initiatives and policies.
• Responsible for the collection and preparation of samples, analytical testing, recording, reporting, and maintaining records of results, and notifying appropriate personnel of results.
• Performs chemical analysis using established procedures and operates analytical instruments and apparatus for the chemical evaluation of samples from the C-M melt shop, customers, raw material vendors, and non-routine samples as assigned.
• Records, reports, and maintains records of these functions.
• Responsible for the daily maintenance, standardization and adjustment of the analytical equipment to ensure proper operation and maintain accuracy. Reports malfunctions to the Laboratory Supervisor.
• Responsible for the maintenance of control specifications of materials analyzed, maintaining adequate analytical standards library, and preparation and maintenance of calibration curves.
• Maintains an adequate reserve of supplies to perform job functions. Enters purchase requisition and notifies Laboratory Supervisor when supplies are needed.
• Assists other technicians or assumes duties of absent Laboratory Technician(s) as necessary or as assigned by the Laboratory Supervisor.
• Assists the Laboratory Supervisor in training new Lab Technicians as to their laboratory duties and analytical procedures associated with their positions.
• Responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of work area, associated laboratory area, and equipment.
• Performs additional routine or experimental work as required or assigned by the Laboratory Supervisor.
• Cross train and maintain qualification on multiple analytical test methods.
• Weekend coverage per established schedule.
• Available for overtime without prior notice.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Required:

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent education.
• Two (2) years’ experience of laboratory experience.

Preferred:

• Two-year or Four-year degree in Applied Science, or equivalent, with emphasis on chemistry.
• Three or more years of laboratory experience.
• LECO, XRF and/or Trace Analysis of steel, specialty steel and/or superalloy materials preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to use hand tools, polishing wheels, etc.
• Basic math and chemistry aptitude.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate technical information.
• Knowledge of the Periodic Table of Elements.
• Precise, detail oriented, analytical ability.
• Highly analytical, detail-oriented mindset.
• Ability to follow written instructions.
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skills, can organize, prioritize, and balance time to meet established deadlines.
• Strong teamwork-oriented mindset.

Cannon-Muskegon is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.