Lab Technician- Weekend Shift

Cincinnati Thermal Spray; Quality (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Company-sponsored events and celebrations

Job summary

A leader in advanced coating technologies is seeking a Lab Technician in Blue Ash, Ohio. The role involves preparing lab samples, performing coatings evaluations, and issuing lab reports. Ideal candidates must have a High School diploma and must be at least 18 years old. Attention to detail and strong decision-making skills are essential. A competitive benefits package is offered to support health and well-being, including medical insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be a U.S. Person under ITAR/EAR regulations.
• Ability to pass a background check and DOT drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lab samples according to specifications.
• Perform coatings evaluations and issue lab reports.
• Record test results and maintain compliance with lab procedures.
• Propose improvements and solutions to problems observed.
• Communicate lab results to quality, production and customer service teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Decision-making skills

Lab equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lab equipment operation

Job description

AtCTS,we’re not just applying coatings- we’re solving complex challenges for industries that demand precision, durability, and innovation. If you're someone who thrives on quality, takes pride in detail, and enjoys contributing to a high-performance team, we want to meet you.

We’re currently hiringLab Techniciansat ourBlue Ash, Ohio location. This role reads and interprets specifications and uses that information to prepare lab samples, perform coatings evaluations, and issue lab reports containing disposition of lab tests.

What You’ll Do

• Understands the various tests performed and the equipment used to prepare, test, and evaluate samples.
• Reads, understands, and uses specifications to prepare, test, and evaluate lab samples.
• Supports production and development schedules with timely evaluation of samples.
• Complies with CTS lab procedures.
• Records test results and provides disposition of acceptance or failure in issued lab reports.
• Is responsible for the proper handling and operator maintenance of equipment.
• Performs lab tests that may include metallography, tensile, lap shear, macrohardness, microhardness, erosion, microscopic thickness, fusion, etc.
• Maintains lab supplies and consumables in sufficient stock quantities to ensure adequate supply.
• Uses photography to document metallographic results for CTS records, VSE files, customer assessment, etc.
• Participates in annual internal Round Robins and external as required by customer, adjusting preparation methods and evaluation judgment accordingly.
• Reviews lab reports for completeness and accuracy before issuing them.
• Communicates lab results promptly with quality, production, and customer service personnel.
• Maintains compliance with vision requirements, including periodic vision exams and corrective lenses, if required.
• Proposes improvements and solutions to problems observed.
• Achieves and maintains certifications as required by CTS customers.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Age 18 or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be aU.S. Personunder ITAR/EAR regulations (able to provide a U.S. Passport, Permanent Resident Card, Birth Certificate, or Naturalization Certificate)
• Ability to pass abackground check and DOT drug screening
• Strongattention to detailand decision-making skills

Bonus Points If You Have

• 1+ year of experience in a lab, especially in aerospace, thermal spray, or coating environments
• D.S.Q.R. and/or CCL certification

We believe in potential.

If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Let’s grow together.

Why CTS?

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Company-sponsored events and celebrations

About CTS

CTS is a leader in advanced coating technologies. We specialize in transforming tough challenges into high-performance solutions. From R&D to manufacturing and application services, our team is dedicated to helping customers grow and succeed in a rapidly evolving world.