Job Title: Materials & Process Technician

As a Materials & Process Technician, you will be responsible for preparing test samples for analysis through various methods such as cleaning, cutting, mounting, grinding, and polishing. You will support engineers in conducting experiments related to sample preparation, molding, and testing. Additionally, you will be tasked with operating, validating, and maintaining mechanical and analytical testing equipment. Your role will also involve thoroughly documenting, managing, examining, recording, and saving testing data records, as well as organizing and maintaining laboratory inventory, consumables, sample storage bins, and workstation areas.

• Prepare test samples for analysis through cleaning, cutting, mounting, grinding, and polishing.
• Support engineers in experiments related to sample preparation such as molding and testing.
• Operate, validate, and maintain mechanical and analytical testing equipment.
• Thoroughly document, manage, examine, record, and save testing data records.
• Organize and maintain laboratory inventory, consumables, sample storage bins, and workstation areas.

• Proficiency in materials testing and process validation.
• Experience in sample preparation and working with lab equipment for mechanical, thermal, or chemical testing.
• Strong data acquisition and quality assurance skills.
• Familiarity with cross-section equipment.

• Ability to understand, use, and develop analytical skills including process development.
• Commitment to technical and personal development related to products, testing equipment, and processes.
• Capability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks and demands under stress.

You will work in a laboratory setting, using advanced technologies and equipment to support your tasks.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Glendale, California.