Lab Analyst

Hydro Extrusion USA, LLC; Cressona (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Profit Sharing

Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans with Company

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Parental Leave

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions in the United States seeks a Lab Analyst to drive safety improvements and oversee tensile testing in a chemistry-focused lab setting. You will follow ASTM/AA guidelines, operate optical emission spectroscopy, document processes, and ensure testing repeatability while adhering to procedural controls.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 3+ years in manufacturing, and experience with gauges, drawings, and lab equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least 3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience using gauges and reading drawings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and JSA procedures.
• Maintain calibration checks on equipment and tools.
• Operate band saw, CNCs, lathe and other shop equipment.
• Perform and document metallurgical tests per customer specs.
• Record data accurately in appropriate software systems.
• Ensure compliance with ASTM/AA testing guidelines.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Band saw

CNCs

Lathe

Hardness testers

Micrometers

Verniers

Conductivity meters

Optical emissions spectroscopy

Oracle

QTS

CIMEX

SCS

LAPS

Job description

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Monthly Profit Sharing
• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

What will you be doing

Job Summary: The Lab Analyst is a role of trust and integrity driving continuous improvement in all areas of safety as well as tensile testing (TYE) This position is focused on following compliance and corporate guidelines while improving on how we deploy testing to ensure testing repeatability. Operate optical emissions spectroscopy for chemical analysis. Proper documentation, following procedures, systems processes, best practices & training are all vital to the success of the ever growing Lab Analyst position. Following ASTM, Aluminum Association testing guidelines. Safely operate manufacturing equipment in a machine shop environment. Interpreting customers drawings, identify predominant area for tensile testing, computer entries, confides with management to understand customer requirements and/or standards.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Safety awareness, ability to follow JSA's.
• ISO/IATF knowledge.
• Complete ENA TYE level 1 training w/test.
• Operate band saw, CNC's, lathe's, machine shop environment.
• Operate hardness equipment desk top and hand held such as Barcol's, Websters -understand hardness scales Brinell, RE, RH,
• Testing in accordance with specific control plans and document control.
• Measuring tools - micrometers, verniers, and other gages, conductivity meters.
• Conductivity (%IACS) testing.
• Operation of homogenization furnaces, grieve ovens, knowledge of aging practices.
• Drill press, hydraulic press (bending).
• Operate optical emissions spectroscopy for chemical analysis.
• Perform, interpret, approve, and report metallurgical tests, inspections, and studies as directed (examples: Customer samples, billet slices).
• Follow and understanding mechanical testing for government, military, federal, automotive & customer specifications.
• Sample prep round and flat specimens for tensile testing.
• Daily calibration checks on equipment & hand tools.
• Grain analysis (etching) using chemicals such as Caustic soda & nitric acid.
• Understand & use tensile test machines, ability to read testing graphs.
• Minor equipment repairs.
• Computer knowledge - data review & entry, understand function of software ORACLE, QTS, CIMEX, SCS,LAPS.
• Basic housekeeping in all aspects of the lab - maintain equipment daily via daily cleaning standards.
• Visual inspections of surface on samples as well as testing samples.
• Follow all compliance & corporate guidelines, ability to flag compliance issues.

Location: Cressona, PA, US, 17929

Career area: Health, Safety & Environment

Department: B Shift

Job Type: Permanent

Apply by: August 31 , 2026

What will make you successful?

• High school diploma. (required)
• At least 3 years of manufacturing experience. (required)
• Experience using gauges and other inspection techniques, reading drawings. (preferred)

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use jobrelated assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand workrelated strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at [e-mail]

Why Hydro?

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage.

Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions.

Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.