What are the responsibilities and job description for the Metals Lab Operator position at Asama Coldwater Manufacturing?
Coldwater, MI
Starting Pay: $23.25 per hour ($22/hr base plus $1.25 Shift Premium)
2nd Shift | Monday-Friday | 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Looking for a Clean, Climate-Controlled Manufacturing Environment?
Asama Coldwater Manufacturing is seeking a detail-oriented Metals Lab Operator to support our quality and production teams. This role is responsible for testing, monitoring, documenting, and analyzing metal samples to help ensure product quality and process consistency.
No prior metals laboratory experience is required. We provide training for the specialized equipment and testing procedures used in our facility.
If you have experience with Microsoft Excel, quality-related work, data tracking, inspections, documentation, or laboratory processes, we encourage you to apply.
One of the biggest advantages of this role is the work environment. The lab is climate controlled and maintained at a comfortable temperature year-round.
What You'll Do
- Perform testing and analysis of metal samples
- Record and maintain quality data using Microsoft Excel
- Monitor test results and communicate concerns to production teams
- Assist with calibrations, standardizations, and equipment checks
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and report findings
- Maintain accurate documentation and records
- Support quality and production initiatives
- Maintain organization and cleanliness within the laboratory
- Follow safety procedures and quality standards
- Assist with overtime coverage as needed
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum 2 years of Microsoft Excel experience
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to learn technical testing procedures
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred
- Quality inspection experience
- Quality assurance experience
- Laboratory experience
- Manufacturing experience
- Data analysis or reporting experience
- Experience maintaining records and documentation
Skills That Transfer Well
Candidates from the following backgrounds are encouraged to apply:
- Quality Technician
- Quality Inspector
- Laboratory Technician
- Manufacturing Technician
- Production Technician
- Quality Assurance Associate
- Testing Technician
- Healthcare Laboratory Support
- Environmental Testing
- Food Quality Technician
Physical Requirements
- Frequent standing and walking
- Occasional lifting of materials and supplies
- Ability to work safely around production equipment
- Ability to wear required PPE
Why Join Asama Coldwater Manufacturing?
- Starting pay of $23.25 per hour
- Stable full-time position
- Climate-controlled laboratory environment
- Paid training provided
- Opportunity to develop technical laboratory skills
- Supportive team environment
- Long-term career growth opportunities
Apply today to begin a career in quality and laboratory operations with Asama Coldwater Manufacturing.
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