Metallurgical Lab - QA Technician 1St Shift

Job SummaryWe're looking for a QA Lab Technician to support material testing, metallurgical evaluations, and laboratory operations within a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment. In this role, you'll perform laboratory testing, analyze materials and processes, maintain critical testing equipment, and help ensure the quality and reliability of aerospace components used throughout the aviation industry.

Work That MattersAt Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact every day.

Shift: This role is available on our 1st shift (day shift), with typically hours of 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.Shift Differential: Some 1st shift schedules may include a shift differential of $1-$2 per hour, based on the assigned workdays.Sign On Bonus:$500

What You'll Be Doing

Prepare and evaluate material samples through cutting, mounting, grinding, polishing, and etching processes.Perform laboratory testing and wet chemistry analysis.Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory testing equipment and instrumentation.Conduct inspections and evaluations of incoming materials, powders, coatings, and production samples.Support metallurgical analysis of welding, coating, drilling, stripping, and other manufacturing processes.Monitor and document laboratory test results, evaluations, and quality data.Assist with process validation, vendor material certifications, and product quality investigations.Maintain laboratory supplies, consumables, and testing materials.Support research and development activities and continuous improvement initiatives.Follow all quality, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

What We're Looking For

High school diploma or GED preferred.1+ years of experience in a materials testing, quality, laboratory, manufacturing, or related technical environment.Experience working with laboratory equipment, testing processes, or analytical instruments.Fluent English communication skills, with the ability to read, interpret, and document technical information accurately.Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document test results.Ability to follow established procedures, specifications, and safety requirements.

Nice to Have

Training or experience in metallography, metallurgy, chemistry, or material scienceExperience handling chemicals and hazardous materials in a laboratory settingFamiliarity with material testing methods, quality inspections, or aerospace manufacturing processesExperience using analytical equipment such as spectrometers, X-ray diffraction systems, or related laboratory instrumentationExperience creating charts, graphs, and technical reports

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a laboratory and manufacturing environmentRequires standing, walking, bending, and handling materials throughout the shiftRegular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is requiredMay involve working with chemicals, laboratory equipment, and production materials in accordance with established safety procedures