R&D Technician: Rare-Earth Metal Production

Solcoa Industries; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-provided lunch daily

Visa sponsorship available

Job summary

A leading metals production company in California is seeking a hands-on R&D Technician to operate and maintain rare-earth metal production lines. The role involves running high-temperature reactors, assembling components, and troubleshooting processes. The ideal candidate will have fabrication experience and a strong mechanical aptitude, ensuring smooth and safe operations within a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, including daily lunches and potential visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Fabrication experience including machining and welding.
• Operating high-temperature or vacuum systems.
• Mechanical aptitude with tools and equipment handling.
• Comfortable working independently in fast-paced environments.
• Detail-oriented with adherence to safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-temperature reactors and vacuum systems.
• Assemble and fabricate reactor components.
• Execute SOPs and capture observational data.
• Perform troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Contribute to process improvements and upgrades.

Skills

Hands-on fabrication experience

Experience operating high-temperature systems

Mechanical aptitude

Detail-orientation

Ability to work independently

Education

Coursework or experience in chemistry or physics

Tools

Basic CAD familiarity

Job description

A leading metals production company in California is seeking a hands-on R&D Technician to operate and maintain rare-earth metal production lines. The role involves running high-temperature reactors, assembling components, and troubleshooting processes. The ideal candidate will have fabrication experience and a strong mechanical aptitude, ensuring smooth and safe operations within a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, including daily lunches and potential visa sponsorship.