Automotive Met Lab Tech - 2nd Shift

Shively Diversified Management Services•Spring Hill, TN

About The Position

The Automotive Met Lab Tech prepares heat-treated components and conducts testing to analyze material structures, micro-hardness, and case depth using specialized metallurgical equipment. Testing must follow required specifications and be completed quickly to meet production deadlines. The technician reviews results against specifications, prepares reports, and approves materials based on established criteria and requirements. The role also involves communicating results to the met lab supervisor and plant management, maintaining charts and reports for the sediment and metallurgical processes, complying with Global Manufacturing System procedures, and safely operating and maintaining lab equipment.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Strong computer skills.
Ability to organize information and prepare reports.
Comply with all safety guidelines.
Successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

Perform metallurgical testing to analyze material structure, hardness, case depth, and other properties as required.
Follow required specifications and complete testing quickly to meet production deadlines.
Review test results against specifications, prepare reports, and approve materials according to criteria and requirements.
Promptly communicate results to the met lab supervisor and plant management.
Develop and maintain charts and reports for the sediment and metallurgical processes.
Comply with Global Manufacturing System systems and procedures.
Problem-solve during manufacturing processes.
Safely operate lab equipment, perform routine preventative maintenance, and report equipment issues to management.
Follow safety guidelines, wear appropriate PPE, handle chemicals safely, and immediately report unsafe conditions or equipment.