Polymer Test Technician

Element Materials Technology; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in testing and certification is seeking a Polymer Test Technician in Houston. The technician performs routine and non-routine testing, ensuring accurate results under supervision. Candidates should have lab safety knowledge and at least 2 years of relevant experience. The role involves preparing specimens and analyzing test data while adhering to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a testing related field.
• Ability to analyze and compile testing data.
• Understanding of testing concepts.

Responsibilities

• Prepares material specimens for testing.
• Performs tests and measurements as directed by customer specifications.
• Gathers and records test data.

Skills

Laboratory safety

Data analysis

Computer skills

Basic algebra and geometry

Education

High School diploma or GED

College or vocational school coursework

Job description

Overview

Element has an opportunity for a Polymer Test Technician to join our expanding team. As a member of the team, the Polymer Test Technician position performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under direct supervision. The technician positions must be proficient in a number of core business skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.

Salary: $23- $28/hr DOE

Responsibilities

• Prepares material specimens for testing
• Performs tests and measurements as directed by customer specifications
• Gathers and records test data
• Performs immersion testing under elevated temperature and pressure conditions
• Handles chemicals and gases while strictly following all safety procedures
• May interact periodically with customers
• Constructs and maintains various test fixtures and other laboratory equipment to ensure proper working order

Skills / Qualifications

• Working knowledge of laboratory safety
• HS diploma or GED certificate preferred. College or vocational school coursework welcomed
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a testing related field
• Analyzes and compiles testing data from the tests performed
• Basic understanding of testing concepts
• Possess computer skills
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plus

Physical Demands:

• Frequency of required physical force: Minimum (moderate)
• Lifting requirements: lifting <50 lbs. often and >50 lbs. on occasion
• Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 50+lbs periodically

Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.