Quality Lab Technician - Night Shift

Norsk Hydro; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Parental Leave

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Norsk Hydro in the United States is seeking a Laboratory Technician to operate lab equipment, perform tests, and ensure compliance with process requirements. The role includes maintaining instruments and supporting quality engineering initiatives.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and strong English communication. A night shift schedule with a 12-hour shift pattern and weekend rotation is offered, along with shift premium eligibility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Good communication in English, both spoken and written.
• Basic computer skills with MS Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and AS400.

Responsibilities

• Operate laboratory equipment including CNC sample preparation, tensile testing and OES spectrometry as applicable.
• Perform laboratory testing and ensure compliance with industry, customer and process requirements.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and participate in preventive maintenance activities.
• Coordinate product dispositioning when non-conformances occur and support the customer referral process.
• Support Quality Engineering with trials, data collection, analysis and product inspection.

Skills

Communication (English)

Teamwork

Problem solving

Quality awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Indicators

Height gauges

Job description

• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job description:

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Starting Rate of Pay:

$21.00–$27.00/hour,depending on experience and competencies.

Shifts Available and Hours:

Night Shift – 6:00 PM–6:00 AM

This is a 12-hour night shift schedule, working every other weekend (EOWE).

Shift Premium:

$2.00/hour extra for applicable shifts

What you will be doing

• Operate laboratory equipment, including CNC sample preparation, tensile testing and, where applicable, OES spectrometry.
• Perform laboratory testing and ensure compliance with applicable industry, customer and process requirements.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and participate in required preventive maintenance activities.
• Coordinate product dispositioning when non-conformances occur and support the customer referral process.
• Support Quality Engineering with trials, data collection, analysis and product inspection.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Good communication skills in English, bothspoken and written.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Quality/Inspection and/or Automotive experience preferred.

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and AS400.

• Basic knowledge of measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, indicators, taper gauges and height gauges.
• Ability to read blueprints and investigate out-of-tolerance processes.
• Strong attention to quality, communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to recognize risks and hazards and follow applicable safety requirements.

Profile description:

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at [e-mail]