2nd Shift Materials Test Technician – Tensile & Hardness

Element Materials Technology; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology's Daleville facility is seeking a Materials Test Technician (2nd Shift) to perform routine and non-routine testing under supervision. The role supports aerospace, defense, and critical manufacturing customers with mechanical testing, metallurgy, and chemistry tasks.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, at least two years in a testing-related field, and proficiency with data recording and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED preferred; college coursework welcomed.
• Minimum of 2 years in a testing-related field.
• Analyzes and compiles testing data from the tests performed.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests as directed by customer specifications, including Room and Elevated Temperature Tensile, Stress and Creep Rupture, Charpy and IZOD, Hardness, Heat Treatment, Bend, Hydrogen Embrittlement.
• Operates under supervision of a more senior test technician or Department Manager as needed.
• Interacts periodically with customers.
• Adheres to Element Safety Standards and SOPs.
• Prepares material specimens for testing.
• Ensures tests are performed with calibrated and well-maintained equipment.
• Operates equipment per manufacturer and safety requirements.
• Gathers and records test data, determining material conformance to customer requirements and industry standards.

Skills

Lab safety

2+ years experience

Data analysis

MS Office

Algebra & geometry

Testing concepts

Industrial safety

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Element Materials Technology's Daleville facility is seeking a Materials Test Technician (2nd Shift) to perform routine and non-routine testing under supervision. The role supports aerospace, defense, and critical manufacturing customers with mechanical testing, metallurgy, and chemistry tasks.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, at least two years in a testing-related field, and proficiency with data recording and Microsoft Office.