Laboratory Technician

Purpose: The Lab Technician will be responsible for providing technical support for the production departments.

Primary Duties:

• Complete mechanical and dimensional testing of metal samples following work instructions and ASTM specifications (tensile Strength, rockwell hardness, grain size, coating thickness, etc.).
• Utilize router, shear, and other small power tools to shape samples to required dimensions.
• Prepare and analyze solid metal samples for chemical composition.
• Enter data accurately and completely to record test results and communicate those results to required parties. Maintain associated databases as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance and calibration to keep test equipment in good working order.
• Maintain retention sample inventory for required intervals.
• Support Quality and R&D departments with special testing protocols.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Education/Skills Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Science‑related field, and/or 3 years of laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Manufacturing or metals experience preferred.
• General understanding of PCs and related software experience.
• Sound communication, organizational and analytical skills with the ability to plan work.
• Proper use of testing equipment.
• Familiarity with ASTM methods.

Schedule:

We are currently hiring for a night time 12‑hour, rotating shift position working 3 days one week, and 4 days the following week.

$23.00/hour

Benefits include:

• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Paid holidays
• Insurance:
  • Health
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Disability:
    • Short Term
    • Long Term
  • Life insurance:
    • Employee
    • Dependent

Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug and background screening.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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