Heat-Treatment Lab Technician: Grow Your Skills

Bodycote; Vernon (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Bodycote is hiring a Lab Technician based in Vernon, CA. You will perform heat treatment testing under the Quality Manager, developing proficiency across testing procedures and documentation while ensuring customer specifications are met.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a heavy industrial setting. Typical progression includes Level C/B/A responsibilities, advancing from guided routine testing to independent, complex work.

Qualifications

• Must meet ITAR compliance requirements; U.S. Citizens or permanent residents only.
• Education – High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to read blueprints and specifications.
• Knowledge of metallurgy, heat treating, inspection and related subjects.
• Able to use RC hardness tester and other testing equipment.
• Good math skills and computer experience; basic software knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Review paperwork to verify information and testing to be done.
• Prepare parts and equipment for testing procedures.
• Conduct testing as required, reporting non-conformances to manager.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Promote safety and good housekeeping.
• Work in EMS-compliant manner and follow rules.
• Mentor less-experienced staff when needed and support process improvements.
• Care for customer inventory with safe and responsible handling.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Metallurgy knowledge

Quality control

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RC hardness tester

Testing equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bodycote is hiring a Lab Technician based in Vernon, CA. You will perform heat treatment testing under the Quality Manager, developing proficiency across testing procedures and documentation while ensuring customer specifications are met.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a heavy industrial setting. Typical progression includes Level C/B/A responsibilities, advancing from guided routine testing to independent, complex work.