Cut & Etch Technician - 2nd Shift

Gestamp • Full-time • Chelsea, Michigan, United States • $20 - $21 / hour • 3m ago

With over 20 years of experience, Gestamp is a leader in the European automotive industry. Gestamp is dedicated to the design, development and manufacturing of metal automotive components with focus on innovative development to produce safer and lighter vehicles.

At Gestamp, we believe people are the architects of our company’s success. This mindset has been an essential asset for Gestamp’s success for over 20 years. Gestamp looks for talented, motivated, and team based candidates to join our team and continue to build our futures together.

Join our global Gestamp family!

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Metallurgical Laboratory Technician will apply knowledge in metallurgy to verify structural integrity of hardened steel and welded material meet or exceed customer specifications through performance of cut, etch, pickling, microscopic measurement, tensile, destruct, bend, and intrusion testing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Micro-cut and etch samples according to customer specifications related to testing;
Mount, grind, and polish micro-samples in accordance with customer and ASTM specifications;
Perform tensile testing and bend (compression) analysis using test equipment and software;
Measure micro hardness and surface hardness using applicable testing equipment and software;
Microstructure interpretation and measurement;
Create measurement reports and presentations in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
Report non-conforming material to management and quality team;
Complete written reports;
Operate plasma arc cutting machine;
Maintain the gage calibration system for the Met Lab/Press area using applicable software;
Ensure that testing and measuring equipment is maintained and in proper calibration;
Maintain a clean and safe work environment;
Cooperate with internal and external certification audits and customer audits, supporting site initiatives towards achieving and maintaining customer awards as well as quality and environmental certifications (IATF, TS, ISO);
Adhere to Team Handbook, Quality, Safety, and Environmental standards, policies, and procedures;
Assure all safety devices are properly in place and utilized, Lockout/Tagout procedures are adhered to, PPE is worn correctly at all times, and reporting of any near-misses, injuries, or accidents occurs immediately;
Perform additional tasks as deemed necessary and appropriate.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
A minimum of two (2) years of job related work experience in a production facility performing metal and weld analysis
Background in metallurgy strongly preferred
Experience working in a manufacturing environment for an automotive OEM supplier a plus;

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Understanding of all required ASTM standards;
Knowledge of chemical usage and safety;
Ability to read and understand standardized work instructions and inspection sheets;
Experience utilizing laser and plasma arc cutting equipment as well as various basic shop machinery such as bench and handheld grinders, cutters, etc.
Ability to apply critical thinking and analytical skills to perform complex problem solving;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Ability to obtain hilo and crane certifications;
Desire to work in a team-based, lean-manufacturing environment;
Willingness to travel for training, and as other business needs may dictate;
Ability and willingness to work any shift, as well as overtime, as required to meet business requirements;

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle, manipulate, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, talk and hear
Employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Gestamp North America, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.25 - $21.00 per hour

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