Technician - Plant Lab

The FCA Quality Organization is currently seeking a Metallurgical Laboratory Technician professional to join our Quality team in Kokomo, Indiana. This position offers the selected candidate an opportunity to be an internal part of a company whose focus is to change the automotive landscape. The Metallurgical Laboratory Technician is responsible for assisting Metallurgical Engineers and Material Scientists in day-to-day lab operations.

The Metallurgical Lab Technician (MLT) will perform routine technical tasks, including operating and maintaining equipment, conducting analysis and experimental procedures, maintaining computerized records of experimental data, and operating a variety of specialized equipment such as x‑ray machines, spectrometers, electrolytic analyzers, pH meters, centrifuges, cut‑off saws, mounting press, polisher, microscope, and automatic micro‑hardness tester. The MLT will assist in the daily Heat Treat checks from the Heat Treat Department and perform Engineering testing as required, such as fatigue tests, torsional tests, and other tests.

• Provide quality data to support the plant for automatic transmission manufacturing and keep metallurgical lab equipment operating and maintained.
• Maintain computerized records of experimental data.
• Assist in the daily Heat Treat checks from the Heat Treat Department.
• Perform engineering testing as required by Engineers, including fatigue tests, torsional tests, and other required tests.
• Operate specialized equipment such as x‑ray machines, spectrometers, electrolytic analyzers, pH meters, centrifuges, cut‑off saws, mounting press, polisher, microscope, and automatic micro‑hardness tester.
• Coordinate with SQA, 3rd‑party service providers, Production Control and Manufacturing Operations for receiving inspection, in‑line inspection and sorting, teardown, and forensic activities.
• Be flexible to work on a crew schedule over three shifts; weekend work will be required.
• Collaborate with other team members on tasks and projects.

• Associate’s degree in Metallurgy, Material Science, or a related field and at least 3 years of laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Sheets.
• Basic understanding of metallurgy and chemistry.
• Willingness to work on all three shifts when required.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends, as required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Material Science, or another related field.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.