Materials Testing Specialist

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research Inc; Youngstown (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

PTO & Holidays

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

EAP

Tuition Reimbursement

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. in Youngstown, PA is hiring a full-time lab technician to set up equipment, run tests, and document results with meticulous detail.

You will perform tensile testing, metallography, corrosion testing, and other material analyses, operate lab prep tools, and maintain accurate digital and physical records. Training is provided and no prior experience is required beyond a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is strictly required for national defense and aerospace compliance.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanically inclined; experience with blueprints or drawings a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate laboratory instrumentation for testing and process control.
• Perform customized tests to determine material properties.
• Work with tensile testing, metallography, stress & creep testing, composites, fracture analysis, and corrosion testing.
• Safely operate lab tools (band saws, grinders, sanders, polishers, mounting machinery).
• Maintain meticulous digital and physical records of test results.
• Keep the testing lab organized and clean.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Multitask

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join a Global Leader in Aerospace & Advanced Materials Testing

At Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc., the work you do matters. Our testing ensures the safety, reliability, and performance of materials used in commercial aircraft, national defense systems, space rockets, medical devices, and automotive innovations worldwide.

We are internationally recognized for high-volume, rapid-turnaround materials testing. If you are dependable, detail-oriented, and eager to build a high-tech career, we will train you from the ground up!

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour (Based on shift/experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Youngstown, PA 15696 (In-person)
Shifts Available: Daylight, Evening, Night, and Weekend schedules (Initial training occurs on daylight shift).

What You Will Do (Day-to-Day Responsibilities)

• Equipment Setup: Set up and calibrate laboratory instrumentation required for specialized testing and process control.
• Materials Testing: Perform customized tests to determine material strength, stability, purity, and chemical characteristics.
• Lab Environments: Gain hands-on exposure to advanced techniques including Tensile Testing, Metallography, Stress & Creep Testing, Composite Testing, Fracture Analysis, and Corrosion Testing.
• Tool Operation: Safely operate laboratory prep tools including band saws, grinders, sanders, polishers, and mounting machinery.
• Documentation: Maintain meticulous, detailed digital and physical records of test results to catch potential reliability issues.
• Lab Maintenance: Organize, clean, and maintain the testing laboratory environment.

Qualifications & Skills We Are Looking For

• Citizenship: US Citizenship is strictly required for national defense and aerospace compliance.
• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Technical Aptitude: Mechanically inclined individuals are highly preferred. Experience working with blueprints or technical drawings is a plus.
• Core Competencies: Strong attention to detail, excellent time management, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask.
• Teamwork: Ability to work independently as well as collaborate efficiently in a team environment.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, sit, or move around the lab floor for prolonged periods.
• Mindset: A strong willingness to learn—no prior experience is necessary; we provide complete on-the-job training!

What We Offer (Benefits & Perks)

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with a competitive Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing education
• Additional Voluntary Benefits

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other status protected by applicable law.

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Job Security

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

High School or better.

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