Metallurgical Lab - QA Technician 1st shift

Chromalloy; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Chromalloy in the United States is seeking a QA Lab Technician to support material testing and metallurgical evaluations in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment. You will perform laboratory testing, analyze materials, maintain testing equipment, and help ensure the quality and reliability of aerospace components used throughout the aviation industry.

Join a team dedicated to aviation safety and reliability, with responsibilities spanning testing, documentation, and process

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years of materials testing or related lab experience.
• Experience with laboratory equipment and analytical instruments.
• Fluent English reading and writing of technical data.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation of results.
• Adherence to safety and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and evaluate material samples through cutting, mounting, grinding, polishing, and etching.
• Perform laboratory testing and wet chemistry analysis.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment.
• Inspect incoming materials and production samples.
• Support metallurgical analysis of welding, coatings, drilling and other processes.
• Document test results and quality data.
• Assist with process validation and supplier material certifications.
• Maintain lab supplies and testing materials.
• Support R&D and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Materials testing

Quality assurance

Laboratory equipment operation

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Spectrometers

X-ray diffraction

Job description

Job Summary

We're looking for a QA Lab Technician to support material testing, metallurgical evaluations, and laboratory operations within a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment. In this role, you'll perform laboratory testing, analyze materials and processes, maintain critical testing equipment, and help ensure the quality and reliability of aerospace components used throughout the aviation industry.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact every day.

Shift:

Shift: This role is available on our 1st shift (day shift), with typically hours of 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
Shift Differential: Some 1st shift schedules may include a shift differential of $1–$2 per hour, based on the assigned workdays.

Sign On Bonus:$500

What You’ll Be Doing

• Prepare and evaluate material samples through cutting, mounting, grinding, polishing, and etching processes.
• Perform laboratory testing and wet chemistry analysis.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory testing equipment and instrumentation.
• Conduct inspections and evaluations of incoming materials, powders, coatings, and production samples.
• Support metallurgical analysis of welding, coating, drilling, stripping, and other manufacturing processes.
• Monitor and document laboratory test results, evaluations, and quality data.
• Assist with process validation, vendor material certifications, and product quality investigations.
• Maintain laboratory supplies, consumables, and testing materials.
• Support research and development activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all quality, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in a materials testing, quality, laboratory, manufacturing, or related technical environment.
• Experience working with laboratory equipment, testing processes, or analytical instruments.
• Fluent English communication skills, with the ability to read, interpret, and document technical information accurately.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document test results.
• Ability to follow established procedures, specifications, and safety requirements.

Nice to Have

• Training or experience in metallography, metallurgy, chemistry, or material science
• Experience handling chemicals and hazardous materials in a laboratory setting
• Familiarity with material testing methods, quality inspections, or aerospace manufacturing processes
• Experience using analytical equipment such as spectrometers, X-ray diffraction systems, or related laboratory instrumentation
• Experience creating charts, graphs, and technical reports

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a laboratory and manufacturing environment
• Requires standing, walking, bending, and handling materials throughout the shift
• Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required
• May involve working with chemicals, laboratory equipment, and production materials in accordance with established safety procedures