MCL Technician 1st, 6:40a-3:10p Position Available In Hillsborough, New Hampshire

MCL Technician 1st, 6:40a-3:10p
Req #1317
CounterGravity Directional Cast Operation – Main Campus, Milford, New Hampshire, United States of America
MCL Technician 1st, 6:40a-3:10p
Req #1317
CounterGravity Directional Cast Operation – Main Campus, Milford, New Hampshire, United States of America
MCL Technician 1st, 6:40a-3:10p
Req #1317
MCL Technician 1st, 6:40a-3:10p Job Description
Posted Monday, April 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM No manufacturing experience? No Problem! Our on-site “Center for Excellence” new hire training program will set you up for success. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire (USA), Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc. is the premier supplier of complete-to-print, high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully-finished casting-based subassemblies and components to industry. The company leads the industry in volume production, reduced lead-times and just-in-time manufacturing. Hitchiner produces castings in hundreds of different alloys for a broad spectrum of global markets and customers that include the leaders in the automotive, aerospace, and other industries. We offer an enriching environment where learning and growing become part of your career. Hitchiner is dedicated to fostering the professional growth and development of our employees. We offer upward mobility and internal promotions.

Benefits:

Hitchiner offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including: Onsite state of the art Gym/Fitness Center, open 24/7 for all employees
Medical and Dental Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Basic and Accidental Life Insurance (company paid)
Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
401K (pre-tax and ROTH) with Excellent Company Match and Immediate Vesting
Company Profit Sharing Plan
3 weeks’ Vacation to start; 4 weeks’ Vacation at 5 Years; 5 weeks’ Vacation 10 years seniority
We set you up for success with our “Center for Excellence” onsite training center for new hires and existing employees to improve new learning and continuous growth
Training and Educational Assistance Programs

Primary Function:

Analyze alloy composition of melting stock, prepours, and final analyses where proper analysis could affect a number of subsequent melts. Be able to perform incoming analysis of raw materials from wax, shell, and foundry departments per the appropriate inspection instruction and accurately record test results.

Tools and Equipment:

Emission spectrometer, nitrogen and carbon analyzers, computer, oven, cut-off wheel, belt grinder, camera, mounting press, hand grinder, polishing wheels, microscope, pH meter, hydrometer, hardness tester, and fixtures.

Materials:

Alloy samples, raw material samples, waxes, ceramics, acidic & caustic solutions

Direction of Others:

None Working Procedure:

The following are the usual major job duties, but this job description does not preclude the performance of other duties as assigned by the supervisor:

• Operate all lab equipment including emission spectrometers, nitrogen and carbon analyzers, computer, oven, cut-off wheel, belt grinder, camera, mounting press, hand grinder, polishing wheels, microscope, pH meter, hydrometer, fixtures, hardness tester and personal safety equipment.
• Analyze alloy composition of prepour melts and calculate alloy additions required to certify the chemical properties of the melts according to Hitchiner and customer specifications.
• Identify impure gas in tanks feeding emission spectrometer by sound and visual characteristics and notify maintenance of any problems.
• Perform audits and skilled maintenance work on lab equipment such as maintaining the carbon and nitrogen analyzers, and the carbon and the emission spectrometers.
• Analyze and prepare related paperwork for waxes, sands, and other incoming material, including melting stock.
• Prepare parts and related paperwork for microstructure analysis.
• Complete a fair share of the overtime workload.
• Daily contact with foundry melters and supervisor. Occasional discussion of disposition of rejected material.
• Must be able to function well as a member of a team
• Perform bench chemistry analysis of acidic and caustic solutions (e.g. titrations, conductivity, time to dissolve, etc.)
• Must follow all safety requirements of job as outlined on the job safety card
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
• Complete all paperwork associated with the job. Correctly maintain all forms and instruction sheets
• Maintain a clean and orderly working environment
• Inform your supervisor about problems that occur
• May be required to handle hazardous waste by collecting and transferring the waste into proper containers at satellite storage areas or storage areas and assuring that the containers are properly inspected, labeled, and closed as required.

Must follow correct instruction for handling hazardous waste and report any deviations to supervisor immediately. Must attend yearly instruction in hazardous waste handling and review of current procedures if job duties could affect non-compliance. Special Skills and/or

Experience:

•  Basic understanding of chemical processes desired.
•  Previous experience in an inspection department preferable.
•  Computer skills necessary, familiarity with Excel spreadsheets.
•  Must be able to demonstrate basic math skills such as understanding % calculations, multiplication and division required to calculate adjustments to melt chemistry through testing
•  Strong communication skills to collaborate with other departments
•  Must be able to work independently.
•  Must be able to work flexible hours when necessary to cover other shifts.
•  Requires sufficient strength and physical dexterity to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.

Minimum Education Requirements:

•  Must have a High School Diploma or GED.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. EOE/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply. For more information or questions, please contact Katie Demmons at 603-732-1503 or katie_demmons@hitchiner.com.