Laboratory Technician

4480 Alleima Special Metals, LLC; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

401K with company contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Alleima Special Metals, LLC is seeking a meticulous Laboratory Technician in Kennewick, WA. You will perform physical, chemical, metallographic testing and help prepare certification packages that accompany our titanium tube products for Aerospace and Medical industries.

You will work with Quality, Production, Engineering, Planning and Sales to ensure customer specifications and industry standards are met, while maintaining safety and accuracy in all lab activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and analysis per procedures, standards, and customer requirements.
• Prepare and manage test samples, records, and quality documentation.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and facilities for safe, accurate operations.
• Coordinate testing activities to support production schedules and customer delivery.
• Support product quality, accreditation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow quality, environmental, health and safety requirements and company policies.

Job description

Location: Kennewick, United States of America.

Laboratory Technician Join our dynamic team at Alleima Special Metals, part of the global Alleima Group, where innovation meets precision manufacturing. Within our Specialized Business Unit, we produce high-performance titanium tube products for demanding industries such as Aerospace and Medical. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join our Quality Team as a Laboratory Technician at our Kennewick facility. This role performs physical, chemical, and metallographic testing to verify the quality and conformance of products and supports the preparation of certification packages that accompany our products to customers.

Your Role

As a Laboratory Technician, you will perform quality assurance laboratory services to ensure products meet customer specifications and industry standards. This position works closely with the Quality, Production, Engineering, Planning, and Sales teams in support of customer requirements and shipping priorities.

• Perform physical, chemical, metallurgical, and other required laboratory testing and analysis in accordance with established procedures, standards, and customer requirements.
• Prepare and manage test samples, records, certifications, and quality documentation.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and facilities to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient operations.
• Coordinate testing activities and priorities to support production schedules and customer delivery requirements.
• Support product quality, laboratory accreditation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with applicable Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements and company policies.
• Perform other laboratory, quality, and related duties as assigned in support of departmental and organizational objectives.

About You

You are a highly detail-oriented, self-motivated professional who takes pride in producing accurate and reliable work. You demonstrate strong organizational skills, maintain a high level of integrity when documenting results, and work effectively across multiple departments to support customer and business needs.

• One to three years of experience in a laboratory setting familiar with using measuring devices such as calipers and various laboratory instrumentation including microscopes.
• Experience working with metal alloys is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate test results and documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to effectively communicate testing priorities, results, and changing requirements to stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• The ability to follow established procedures and maintain confidentiality of customer and company information.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during scheduled shifts and the ability to frequently reach, bend, twist, and handle laboratory samples and equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry materials and samples weighing up to 40 pounds as an essential job function.
• Ability to safely work around laboratory equipment and testing machinery while utilizing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Vocational education in a scientific field, technical program, or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.

What you can expect from us

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $24.00 - $31.00 with a guaranteed 40 hours per week along with a 5% annual bonus opportunity.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance as well as company paid disability and life insurance beginning on day 31.
• A 401 (K) retirement savings plan begins on day 31 and provides a 5% company contribution with company match of 50% for the first 6% you contribute, all immediately vested.
• Paid time off benefits including eleven paid holidays each year.
• We provide on-the-job training necessary for success in this role.
• We offer a generous Tuition Reimbursement Program and opportunities for growth within our company.

Additional Information

Due to applicable export control regulations, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and qualify as a U.S. Person, which generally includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and certain other individuals authorized under U.S. export control laws to access ITAR-regulated information and facilities. Applicants must also be able to work for any employer in the United States without current or future sponsorship for employment visa status.

At Alleima Special Metals, our mission is much more than delivering high-quality products, technology, and processes. Working together to develop solutions based on our customers’ needs and thus achieving our business goals is a better way to describe our daily work. With curious employees and safety as our priority, we create a work environment where you can develop both personally and professionally. With a clear direction for our journey ahead, utilizing our position as a technology leader, progressive customer partner, and sustainability driver, we aim to become an even stronger company in our industry. Our passion for materials technology, metallurgy, and industrial processes helps customers become more efficient, more profitable, more sustainable, and safer.