Metals & Materials Lab Technician – Precision Testing

Gamma Phi Omega International; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Eminence, KY to support metals and materials testing operations.

The role emphasizes hands-on work with chemicals in a laboratory environment, strict safety, and quality procedures, with training provided on proprietary testing applications. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable performing tensile and mechanical tests, using precision measuring tools, and entering data into internal databases while maintaining a clean,

Qualifications

• Experience or exposure to laboratory chemical handling and safety procedures.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and safety compliance.
• Willingness to perform hands-on lab work for extended periods.
• Basic computer proficiency and data entry in databases.

Responsibilities

• Perform tensile testing, mechanical pull testing, and other materials evaluations.
• Use precision measuring equipment and maintain lab data records.
• Prepare and handle chemical reagents with proper techniques.
• Support X-ray work with training provided.
• Operate lab and shop equipment and maintain a clean lab environment.
• Identify equipment issues and escalate for service.

Skills

Tensile testing

Mechanical testing

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Microsoft Office/data entry

Education

Associate7s or Bachelors degree in Chemistry or related science

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauges

Band saws

Routers

Mills

Lab databases/software

Job description

Apex Systems, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Eminence, KY to support metals and materials testing operations.

The role emphasizes hands-on work with chemicals in a laboratory environment, strict safety, and quality procedures, with training provided on proprietary testing applications. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable performing tensile and mechanical tests, using precision measuring tools, and entering data into internal databases while maintaining a clean,