Job Description

Corrosion Lab Technician

1st Shift – 5:30am-2:00pm

$20.00 - $35.00/hour

Ability to work overtime during the week and Saturdays

Do you have a passion for developing innovative products that make a difference in the world? Look no further than McGard, a leading company in the automotive industry! We are seeking a highly talented and motivated Corrosion Lab Technician to join our dynamic team and contribute to our ongoing success.

ABOUT MCGARD:

McGard has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 50 years. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality, precision-engineered automotive security products and components. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a global leader in our field.

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 10 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). 
• Discretionary profit sharing.
• Exciting and challenging projects in a collaborative work environment.
• On-site walking trail and convenience cafeteria.

RESPONSIBILITY: Position will be responsible for all areas of this ISO/IATF 16949 and ISO/TEC 17025 laboratory, along with following all guidelines set forth in QA-17 requirements. This position will also report directly to the Plating Lab Supervisor.

JOB DUTIES:

• Committed to ensuring the achievement of continuous improvement within area of expertise, as well as areas of business in order to remain at the forefront of meeting Company objectives, thus proactively satisfying customers.
• This position mandates that all required safety classes, trainings, and certifications be completed and maintained within the specific position/department. 
• Is aware of relevance and importance of their activities and how they contribute to the achievement of the quality objectives.  
• This position requires an employee to work their regularly scheduled shift; ability to work overtime and weekends. 
• Must be aware and comply with related IATF/ISO procedures, as applicable, including ISO 17025 specifications and requirements related to Corrosion Testing. 
• Must be aware of and comply with related IATF/ISO procedures, as applicable. 
• Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory when working in the Plating department. 
• Show ability to successfully perform ASTM & JIS corrosion testing. 
• Demonstrate ability to successfully complete internal sample submission testing and reports. 
• Is responsible for:  

1. Monitoring and maintaining outside yearly calibration and cleaning of all corrosion units.
2. Maintaining all corrosion records. 
3. Monitoring, maintaining and cleaning Photo Booth area. 
4. All required corrosion Photos. 
5. Managing all Work Requests directed to them. 
6. Writing all Work Request (PPAP) Reports. 
7. Completing and/or coordinating all final sign offs for all parts along with Plating Lab Supervisor. 
8. All incoming and in-house thickness measurements. 

• Performs tests, as well as daily data entries to files on baths and various plating properties (i.e. thickness, corrosion, etc.). 
• Can properly operate and calibrate equipment such as pH meter, computer, X-ray, etc. 
• Demonstrate ability to perform thickness and corrosion testing per customer required specification. 
• Is capable to complete regular cabinet maintenance as required. 
• Demonstrate ability to successfully complete internal sample submission testing and reports. 
• Is competent to test & report on the quality (plating thickness, appearance, & corrosion) of internal and outside plating process. 
• Is competent to sign off parts, releasing to McGard. 
• Demonstrates knowledge of the importance of “housekeeping” within the workspace, and how it relates to both safety and the 5S systems/methodology. 
• Demonstrate ability to assist Plating Operators/Utility Workers in ongoing training. 
• Must complete D.O.T. Hazardous Material training & Hazardous Material Emergency Response training (HAZWOP). 
• This job description in no way states or even implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. Other duties may be assigned.

EDUCATION &/ OR EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and orally. 
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED). 
• Education in Chemistry and/or electroplating preferred. 
• Minimum one (1) year experience working in the electroplating or coating industry.   
• Prior experience with automated plating equipment preferred.  

OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that gets along with customers, vendors, co-workers, and Supervisors.  
• Will not impose on self or others as a direct threat to health or safety.  
• Works as a team player, helping to meet departmental and Company goals and objectives.  
• Must be able to fulfill essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.  
• Given proper instruction and personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.), will safely perform all required tasks.  
• Should become very knowledgeable of all aspects of the electro-chemical-deposition processes.  
• Be knowledgeable of all previous steps that are taken to process and produce the materials that are to be plated.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Management can move employees into other departments for business needs.
• Position requires individual to be capable of traveling and working throughout the entire facility, within reasonable accommodation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

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