Lab Technician

MacLean Power Systems • Mankato, MN

10d • Onsite

About The Position

MacLean Power Systems – Mankato is hiring a part-time Lab Technician to support laboratory testing and processes at its metal casting facility. The role primarily works between 2 PM and 6 PM, Monday through Friday, with Sunday coverage opportunities averaging once every six weeks. The technician conducts testing and provides customer material certifications for customers in heavy trucking, agriculture, and other industries. The position uses computer programs for data entry and involves learning to operate machinery and equipment safely. The role uses Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook to communicate results. Candidates must successfully pass a drug screen and background check and comply with organizational and departmental policies, including the smoke- and tobacco-free property policy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong, stable work background.
• Mechanical aptitude and proficiency with hand tools.
• Ability to complete laboratory testing, chemical and microstructure analysis, physical strength testing, and laboratory equipment calibration.
• Ability to use computer programs for data entry and learn to use different machinery and equipment safely.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively and flexibility to occasionally work outside the assigned shift.
• Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must comply with organizational and departmental policies, including the smoke- and tobacco-free property policy.

Nice To Haves

• Additional schooling in chemistry or equivalent work experience.
• Experience using gauges, charts, and other tools to make decisions and record data.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing and executing laboratory processes and improvement projects.
• Perform laboratory testing, chemical and microstructure analysis, physical strength testing, and calibration.
• Ensure laboratory equipment is properly maintained and in good working order.
• Maintain daily production records needed for process management and material certification.
• Determine and monitor appropriate laboratory parts and consumable stocking levels.
• Work with a team to determine and research laboratory equipment needs and purchases.
• Maintain a calibration database for laboratory and production equipment and part-specific gauges, and arrange for calibrations to remain current.
• Write customer material certifications.
• Provide feedback to the supervisor on laboratory process effectiveness and suggest operational or process improvements.
• Perform physical and cognitive demands in support of workplace safety.
• Attend work during regularly scheduled hours and outside regular hours as necessary.
• Communicate and interact effectively with employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers.

Benefits

• Cross-training and career path options.
• Tuition reimbursement options.
• Competitive compensation.
• Health savings account (HSA) investing opportunities.
• 401(k) company contributions and pre- or post-tax investing options.
• Health insurance options.
• Dental insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Nine paid holidays per year.
• Three paid sick days.
• Earn up to five weeks of paid vacation.
• Community volunteer opportunities and support for programs employees support.
• Opportunities to connect and have fun with colleagues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED