QA Laboratory Technician

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. QA Laboratory Technician Full Time Technical Fort Worth, TX, US 18 days ago Requisition ID: 2044 Company Overview: MP Materials (NYSE: MP) is rebuilding American industrial capability for a new era of autonomy, robotics, and electrification. We are the only U.S. company with a fully integrated rare earth supply chain—from mining and refining to advanced metal and magnet manufacturing. Our products include both the critical materials used to make permanent magnets and the finished magnets themselves—enabling next-generation technologies in robotics, automation, aerospace, transportation, defense, and energy systems. These materials are the foundation of physical AI—the convergence of computation, movement, and control. We hire ambitious, mission-driven people who want to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of strategic industries. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, resiliency, and integrity, with a deep commitment to operational excellence and national purpose. MP is rapidly evolving from a materials producer into a leading U.S. manufacturer—and our people are driving that transformation. Position Overview: The Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician will ensure process and product quality standards are being achieved through chemical and physical analytical techniques. This is a rare opportunity to have an early role in implementing manufacturing test methods for a greenfield advanced manufacturing facility that is helping to define the future of American manufacturing. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on technician with experience in a complex 24/7 industrial operation. The position will report to a QA/QC Manager. Position Responsibilities: Operate laboratory analytical equipment including some combination of ICP, LECO, XRF, XRD, SEM, optical microscopes, dimensional analysis and magnetometry. Review and record analytical results in LIMS/database. Support testing method development, assessment, validation, and roll‑out under guidance of the Technology team. Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation. Assist in tracking and maintaining the chemical inventory. Perform lab housekeeping and routine inspections. Perform routine statistical analysis (SQC) on quality data. Participate in Gage R&R and other measurement system assessments. Actively participate in Kaizen events, safety programs, and adhere to all appropriate laboratory safety and operations procedures. Participate in Process Hazard Analysis procedures and Pre‑Startup Safety Reviews. Basic Qualifications: Aptitude and experience with chemical testing techniques and instrumentation. Certificate or Associate Degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or other relevant science or engineering field. Availability to rotate shifts to accommodate our 24/7 manufacturing operations. Familiarity with computers, data entry, and analysis. At least 1 year of lab experience. Experience with chemical test methods and material characterization of rare earth materials. MP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmp... Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position’s requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. Your Right to Work – In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification document form upon hire. For Assistance with Application – Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. Contact Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io; dial 7 when prompted for HR; 1700 South Pavilion Center Dr. 8th Floor, Las Vegas, NV 89135 to discuss reasonable accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr