Laboratory Technician I

Belcan Corporation; California (MO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Weekly pay by direct deposit

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Belcan Corporation in Sylmar, California is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to support acceptance testing in the aerospace sector. You will prepare test specimens, operate lab equipment, and assist calibration services for PLCs and chart recorders.

The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, accurate record keeping, and hands-on use of power tools and precision instruments. Expect a structured work environment with training and potential for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 2+ years in a technical field or a 2-4 year technical degree.
• Ability to follow equipment-operating procedures in order to perform quality acceptance testing.
• Mechanical fabrication and assembly skills are required including proper use of power tools such as a band saw, drill press, router table, mill, and lathe.
• Use of standard hand held measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, etc.
• Computer literacy skills/background, comfortable with the electronic spreadsheets (Excel) and use of general word processing software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare test specimens, machine test coupons and perform mechanical tests in support of acceptance test requirements for production programs.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance and proper operation of test lab equipment along with managing electronic test records.
• Assist in calibration services on Programmable Logic Controller (PLCs) and Chart Recorders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow procedures

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma

2-4 year technical degree

Tools

Band saw

Drill press

Router table

Mill

Lathe

Calipers

Micrometers

Excel

Word processing software

Job description

Job Title: Laboratory Technician I
Pay Rate: $23.75/hr.
Location: Sylmar, California

Benefits

• On the job training, with cross training for other skilled positions and opportunities for advancement. The aerospace business is growing and we are continually training and promoting up from within.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement savings options, tuition reimbursement, performance increases and career advancement. Award winning team with exceptional work environment. Cafeteria subsidized for low cost meals on site.
• Six Paid Statutory Holidays after 90 days probationary period.
• One Week Paid Vacation Bonus after six months / 1960 regular hours.
• Weekly pay by direct deposit.
• Performance Reviews (and compensation reviews)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare test specimens, machine test coupons and perform mechanical tests in support of acceptance test requirements for production programs.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance and proper operation of test lab equipment along with managing electronic test records.
• Assist in calibration services on Programmable Logic Controller (PLCs) and Chart Recorders.

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma with 2+ years in a technical field or a 2-4 year technical degree.
• Ability to follow equipment-operating procedures in order to perform quality acceptance testing.
• Mechanical fabrication and assembly skills are required including proper use of power tools such as a band saw, drill press, router table, mill, and lathe.
• Use of standard hand held measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, etc.
• Computer literacy skills/background, comfortable with the electronic spreadsheets (Excel) and use of general word processing software.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Able to work in outdoor environments as needed.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here.

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Foreign language proficiency.
• 2-4 technical degree (or working towards such).
• Able to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Organized individual with good attention to detail.

CONTACT WITH OTHERS

• Will be working with and under the Test Lab Supervisor and Test Lab Engineers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• 70% in the lab and working at a bench.
• 20% at a desk record keeping.

EQUIPMENT UTILIZED

• Power tools such as a band saw, drill press, router table, mill, and lathe.
• Test Equipment such as universal tensile machines and ovens.
• Hand held calibration equipment - Thermocouple calibrator, data acquisition units.
• PLCs - controllers used in ovens and autoclaves for pressure and temperature control.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.