Quality Control Lab Technician in Huntsville, AL

Job Description

Job Description

Quality Control Lab Technician – Huntsville, AL
1 year of industry lab experience is preferred
Local Fresh AS/BS Science Graduates Considered
Training schedule: Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:00pm
Regular shift: Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday 6:00am-2:00pm
Pay rate: $20 per hour

Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to perform analytical testing on tungsten and tungsten carbide products. This role is responsible for conducting quality control testing, qualifying raw materials and finished products, supporting research and development activities, and ensuring all products meet established specifications. The ideal candidate is organized, technically proficient, and thrives in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing and product qualification using a variety of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Conduct quality control testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished powders to ensure compliance with product specifications.
• Support Research & Development projects by testing new materials and documenting results.
• Follow established laboratory procedures, test methods, and quality standards.
• Accurately record, maintain, and report test data.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure proper operation according to established procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Laboratory Equipment & Instrumentation
The Laboratory Technician will utilize a wide range of analytical and physical testing equipment, including:

• Analytical balances
• Microscope imaging systems
• Atomic Absorption (AA), X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF), and Direct Current Plasma (DCP) spectrometers
• Sedigraph and Malvern particle size distribution analyzers
• Physical testing apparatus
• Carbon, Sulfur, Oxygen, and Nitrogen analysis instrumentation
• Microwave digestion system
• Computer systems, laboratory software, and Microsoft Office applications

Qualifications
Required Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of laboratory measuring and testing techniques.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer software.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, procedures, and specifications.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing laboratory environment.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in an industrial laboratory environment strongly preferred.
• Experience in metallurgy or materials testing is a plus.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• High school coursework in chemistry and algebra required.
• College-level chemistry, physical science, or additional mathematics coursework preferred.

This is a temp to hire position with an initial work schedule of Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:00pm during training. Once trained, the work schedule will be Sunday-Thursday, 6:00am-02:00pm or Tuesday-Saturday 6:00am-02:00pm based on business needs. If you meet the above qualifications, please submit your resume for immediate consideration. #P1

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