Materials Testing Technician

Job Title: Materials Testing Technician

Job Description

The chemical lab technician will work hands-on in the laboratory, performing a variety of tests on metal products. The role primarily involves preparing metal samples and conducting various tests to certify metal products.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal samples using power and industrial tools, including saws, grinders, and furnaces.

• Learn and perform testing methods including ICP, OES, LECO, and density tests.

• Ensure test machines are properly calibrated before use.

• Perform routine operation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.

• Maintain laboratory housekeeping and notebooks.

• Prepare reports and document results.

Essential Skills

• 1-2 years of industrial lab experience, preferably in metals or other inorganic chemistry testing.

• Experience handling power tools.

• Mechanical aptitude

• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal procedures.

• Understanding of mathematical concepts

• Interest in learning basic lab skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Inorganic lab experience.

• Experience or a hobby in mechanic, construction, or shop work is a plus.

Work Environment

The role is based in a metallurgical lab, which is a more industrial environment rather than a clean lab. Candidates will work in warm and humid conditions on the industrial floor, handling furnaces and saws for metal preparation. This position is ideal for individuals who like working hands-on with materials, including working on cars or machinery, seeking a first-shift role in an industrial setting.Materials Testing Technician

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melrose Park, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melrose Park, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Melrose Park,IL.

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