Lab Tech/Metallurgical Tech/Metallurgist

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.
$22 - $28/HR. on W2
United States, Indiana, Lafayette
Jun 26, 2025
Title: Lab Tech/Metallurgical Tech/Metallurgist Location: Lafayette IN, 47905 Duration: 12 Months Shift Timings: 7 am - 3 PM, some overtime (M-F) Pay Rate: $22 - $28/HR. on W2 without benefits Job Description: The primary purpose of this role is to provide laboratory testing to support operation of the Lafayette Division extrusion and tube manufacturing processes. Essential Functions: The Lab Technician within AEX requires technical and interpersonal skills essential to team work. Role & Responsibilities; Supporting the control and developmental activities for the Production and Metallurgical groups. Accurately, effectively, and efficiently provide test results, maintain product/process records, and support, improve, and develop laboratory processes. Single point accountability for writing, maintaining, and controlling certain Measurement Assurance manuals and processes relative to various physical-testing procedures used within the lab. Training other individuals in the operation of the test equipment and procedures pertaining to his/her assigned process. Monitoring and maintaining control charts critical to retaining ISO 9000 certification of the process. Responsibility for ensuring safety and traceability. General duties for the Lab Technician include but are not limited to: Preparing samples, conducting tests, and reporting test results for all laboratory functions. These functions include driving a fork truck, operating heat treat and age ovens, sawing and lifting heavy samples, center drilling, operating CNC lathes and mills, and operating test machines. Establishing and maintaining the Client system throughout the Lab. Maintaining and developing laboratory standard practices and work instructions. Establishing and maintaining in control and capable processes through statistical monitoring. Supporting the Lab's efforts in maintaining a clean working environment. Maintaining accurate and complete product/process records, including test data entry, and filing. Performing preventative maintenance to laboratory equipment. Supporting the Lab's efforts in assisting in training of laboratory personnel. Supporting the Lab's role in Safety by following safe work instructions and helping to create a safe work environment for everyone. Basic Qualifications: Ability to learn to safely operate small machine tools and fork trucks with the ability to successfully work with coworkers as a team player Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Preferred Qualifications: Test laboratory experience, computer skills, and mechanical aptitude Education: Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution Skills and Experience: