Quality Lab Tech
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Job Location:
Elkhart, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise global network and unmatched R&D capabilities we can offer everything from standard profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.
What we offer you
Medical Rx Dental Disability Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Savings Plan
Education Assistance
Bonus Plan Eligibility
Parental Leave
Starting Rate of Pay:
$21.00/ hour
Shifts Available and Hours:
Sunday - Wednesday from 7:50 pm - 6:00 am
Shift Premium:
$2.00/ hour
What you will be doing
- Operate a variety of lab equipment including CNC sample preparation tools tensile testing machines and (depending on the lab) OES spectrometry.
- Ensure full compliance with standards for all manual testing processes and report any deviations immediately.
- Develop deep expertise in tensile testing procedures related lab methods and foundational metallurgy over time.
- Interpret industry specifications and verify that ERP-generated documentation meets all required standards.
- Review customer-specific testing requirements identify differences from industry standards and flag any compliance risks.
- Participate in preventative maintenance activities monitor equipment performance and report issues to the Lab Supervisor.
- Support quality decision-making by dispositioning non-conforming product coordinating customer referrals and assisting Quality Engineering with trials data collection analysis and inspections.
- Follows applicable Job Safety Analysis and Work Instructions.
- Understands and follows all safety policies.
- Able to work set schedule for full 12 hour shift.
- Work in both hot and cold conditions.
- Maintain proper Personnel Protective Equipment.
- Attends training sessions as required.
- Overtime may be required for job duties.
What will make you successful
Required Education/ Experience:
- High school diploma required.
- Basic computer skills; Microsoft Outlook Excel Work Power Point and AS400.
- Basic understanding of safety principles and the ability to recognize risks and hazards.
- Strong commitment to quality standards and understanding of basic quality concepts.
- Solid housekeeping and organizational skills.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to read and interpret part blueprints.
- Basic knowledge and use of measuring tools (e.g. micrometers calipers indicators taper gauges height gauges).
- Effective problemsolving skills including the ability to verify and investigate outoftolerance conditions.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong communication skills.
- Reliable trustworthy and able to complete tasks on time with limited supervision including timely escalation of issues.
- Ability to understand basic English instructions.
Preferred Skills/ Qualifications:
- Prior experience working with quality or safety programs.
- Experience using precision measurement tools in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements or prevent quality defects.
Equal opportunities
Hydro values diverse skills and perspectives among employees. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race religion nationality ethnicity age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression protected veteran status or disability. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.
Diversity improves our ability to act in accordance with The Hydro Way. Therefore all applications will be considered with equal suitability. Please apply online in ONE with your CV and optionally a cover letter.
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About Company
Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company that builds businesses and partnerships for a more sustainable future. We have 33,000 employees in more than 140 locations and 40 countries.
