Metallurgy Lab QA Technician — Precision Testing & Growth

Vallourec North America; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Profit sharing 4%

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

Vallourec North America is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for the Metallurgy Lab in Houston. Your focus will be preparing and testing samples, documenting results, and maintaining a clean, safe lab environment.

You’ll work on cutting-edge lab processes, ensuring compliance with API tubular goods specs and thorough record-keeping. This on-site role offers benefits and a direct impact on product quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of API specifications related to tubular goods.
• Proficient in the use of machinery for preparing test samples.
• Proficient in using cutting torches for sample collection.
• Understanding of procedures for physical tests conducted at the facility.
• Good communication skills and ability to maintain historical lab test records.

Responsibilities

• Cut required samples.
• Prepare test samples.
• Test samples and report results.
• Housekeeping of the lab.

Skills

API specs knowledge

Machinery operation

Cutting torches proficiency

Lab test procedures

Communication & record-keeping

Tools

Cutting torches

Lab equipment handling

Safety adherence

Job description

Vallourec North America is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for the Metallurgy Lab in Houston. Your focus will be preparing and testing samples, documenting results, and maintaining a clean, safe lab environment.

You’ll work on cutting-edge lab processes, ensuring compliance with API tubular goods specs and thorough record-keeping. This on-site role offers benefits and a direct impact on product quality and safety.