Metallurgical Sample Prep Technician - Hands-On Lab Role

Element Materials Technology; Indiana; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology in Daleville, IN is seeking a Metallurgical Sample Prep Technician to support our laboratory team with hands-on sample preparation and evaluation. You will grind, polish, and mount metal samples, operate prep equipment, and work with chemicals in a controlled lab environment.

No metallurgy experience required; we value reliability, willingness to learn, and the ability to follow directions. The role involves physical work and safely handling materials up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Comfortable with hands-on, physical work.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and solve problems.
• Comfortable working around machinery, chemicals, and industrial materials.
• Mechanical aptitude or manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare material samples for testing and evaluation
• Operate laboratory preparation equipment
• Grind, polish, mount, and process metal samples
• Work with laboratory chemicals, acids, and fume hoods
• Log and track samples through the testing process
• Help maintain equipment and support daily lab operations
• Safely handle materials and components up to 40 lbs

Skills

Reliable attendance

Hands-on work

Willingness to learn

Task prioritization

Machinery & chemicals

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Element Materials Technology in Daleville, IN is seeking a Metallurgical Sample Prep Technician to support our laboratory team with hands-on sample preparation and evaluation. You will grind, polish, and mount metal samples, operate prep equipment, and work with chemicals in a controlled lab environment.

No metallurgy experience required; we value reliability, willingness to learn, and the ability to follow directions. The role involves physical work and safely handling materials up to 40 lbs.