Precision Materials Lab Technician: Data & Testing

Blasch Precision Ceramics, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Blasch Precision Ceramics, Inc. in Albany, NY, is seeking a lab technician to conduct experiments and accurately measure material properties. The role involves documenting results, supporting equipment operation, and maintaining logs in a professional lab environment.

Minimum high school education required; a STEM degree is preferred. The position is full-time with a wage of $20-24/hour, reporting to the Materials Engineering Manager. Plant operates 24x7; safety and autonomy are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience using physical measuring equipment (e.g. scales, rulers, thermometers).
• Working knowledge of Windows, Office, and SQL databases.
• Excellent technical verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and PPE usage.
• Ability to work with potentially dangerous substances safely.
• Capable of working autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scientific experiments under defined conditions.
• Accurately complete material property measurements.
• Document and report information by maintaining logs and equipment records.
• Support equipment operation by following instructions, maintaining supplies, and performing preventive maintenance.
• Enter data pertaining to materials in databases.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Sustain laboratory cleanliness.
• All other tasks as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Measuring equipment

Windows & Office

SQL databases

Technical communication

Safety regulations

Hazardous materials handling

Autonomy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

STEM degree preferred

Tools

SQL

Office software

Job description

Blasch Precision Ceramics, Inc. in Albany, NY, is seeking a lab technician to conduct experiments and accurately measure material properties. The role involves documenting results, supporting equipment operation, and maintaining logs in a professional lab environment.

Minimum high school education required; a STEM degree is preferred. The position is full-time with a wage of $20-24/hour, reporting to the Materials Engineering Manager. Plant operates 24x7; safety and autonomy are essential.