Material Lab Technician - NADCAP & Mechanical Testing

Precision Castparts; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts in Santa Ana, CA seeks a Physical Lab Technician to perform material testing and ensure compliance with process specs. Strong NADCAP knowledge, advanced math, and precise print-reading are essential.

Responsibilities include calibrating tools, participating in R&R studies, and documenting results. Candidates must be willing to work overtime and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• The ability to read and write English.
• Detail-oriented work approach with precision reading of specs.
• Advanced NADCAP knowledge required.
• Strong mathematical skills for unit conversions and temperature scales.
• Advanced print reading能力 and interpretation of technical drawings.
• Deep knowledge of product and customer specifications.
• Ability to use complex gauge instruments.
• Ability to navigate intranet to locate process documents.
• Experience with mechanical testing (head ductility, shear, tension).
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate under PPE and safety guidelines.
• Maintain and calibrate testing tools and equipment.
• Participate in Round Robin/Gage R&R studies.
• Identify sites performing OSP tests on samples.
• Troubleshoot test machines and processes.
• Document and validate test results (MRRs).
• Process external purchase jobs as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Detail-oriented

NADCAP knowledge

Advanced Math

Print Reading

Product Specifications

Complex Gauges

Intranet navigation

Mechanical Testing

Overtime/weekends readiness

Job description

Precision Castparts in Santa Ana, CA seeks a Physical Lab Technician to perform material testing and ensure compliance with process specs. Strong NADCAP knowledge, advanced math, and precise print-reading are essential.

Responsibilities include calibrating tools, participating in R&R studies, and documenting results. Candidates must be willing to work overtime and weekends as required.