Job Opening: Lab Tech

Essential Functions Statement(s) • Create monthly lab orders for physical testing Scribe / create metal specimens for testing Track both physical and analytical tests to ensure they are performed within the required time frame. Perform both analytical and physical tests to include but not limited to, corrosion testing, paint adhesion, powder test, plating adhesion, abrasion resistance, coating weight tests, cleaner weight loss, intragranular attack & end-grain pitting, metal removal tests, hydrogen embrittlement tensile tests, impact tests, hydrogen pick-up, Atomic Absorption elemental analysis, potentiometric titrations, acid-base titrations, gravimetric analysis, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer operation and testing, pH analysis, conductivity, and resistivity testing. Create test reports to outline the testing procedures and results of internally performed tests. Perform clerical duties to file lab orders, test certs, chemical certificates of analysis, metal specimen certificate of analysis, purchase orders, etc. Review testing records / logs for accuracy of results and to ensure results are within shop control and specification limits. Review and monitor tank temperature recording program to ensure solution temperatures of process tanks stay within customer required ranges. Tag out process tanks when needed due to out of range concentrations, temperatures, etc.

Essential Functions:

• Create monthly lab orders for physical testing.

• Scribe and prepare metal specimens for testing.

• Track physical and analytical tests to ensure timely completion.

• Conduct various analytical and physical tests, including but not limited to:

  • Corrosion testing, paint adhesion, powder testing, plating adhesion, abrasion resistance, and coating weight tests.

  • Cleaner weight loss, intragranular attack & end-grain pitting, metal removal tests, and hydrogen embrittlement tensile tests.

  • Impact tests, hydrogen pick-up, Atomic Absorption elemental analysis, potentiometric titrations, acid-base titrations, and gravimetric analysis.

  • UV-Vis Spectrophotometer operation, pH analysis, conductivity, and resistivity testing.

• Generate comprehensive test reports outlining procedures and results.

• Perform clerical duties, including filing lab orders, test certificates, chemical certificates of analysis, and purchase orders.

• Review testing logs for accuracy and compliance with shop control and specification limits.

• Monitor and maintain tank temperature records to ensure compliance with customer requirements.

• Tag out process tanks when concentrations, temperatures, or other parameters fall outside acceptable ranges.

Qualifications:

• Experience with laboratory testing procedures and related equipment.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Proficiency in data analysis and report writing.

• pay rate $22-24 flexible to work OT and weekends as needed 
• Must have experience working in the aerospace industry