We are seeking a skilled and proactive Stress Rupture and Creep Test Technician to serve as a Shift Lead, responsible for coordinating high-temperature mechanical testing and ensuring operational excellence across the lab. This position combines hands-on technical expertise with leadership, scheduling, and resource management responsibilities to support company goals in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).
Salary: $25.40 - $33.87/hr DOE
Shift 1: 6 - 2:30pm
Lead daily shift operations in the Stress Rupture and Creep testing lab, ensuring smooth execution of test programs and alignment with production schedules.
Scheduling: Develop and maintain the department’s daily, weekly, and project-based schedules to ensure resources are appropriately allocated and deadlines are met.
Serve as the primary liaison for shift-to-shift communication and coordination with other departments, including engineering, maintenance, and quality.
Support and mentor technicians, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Coordinate and oversee all testing activities to ensure accuracy, compliance with specifications, and timely completion of test programs.
Set up, calibrate, and maintain test frames and furnaces in accordance with ASTM and internal procedures (e.g., ASTM E139, E292).
Verify and validate data acquisition, temperature control, and loading systems for accuracy and performance.
Collaborate Element HB Customer Service Representatives to provide real-time updates on test progress, sample loading, and completion timelines.
Calibration Schedule Management: Maintain and oversee the calibration schedule, ensuring all test systems and measurement tools remain compliant and operational.
Calibration Tracking: Track, document, and verify calibration records for all instruments and equipment in use.
Ensure all tests are conducted and recorded in accordance with company quality standards and customer requirements.
Support internal and external audits by maintaining complete and accurate documentation.
SQDC Leadership: Lead the department’s SQDC activities and reporting, ensuring continuous alignment with organizational performance goals.
Consumables Tracking: Monitor and manage inventory of consumables, ensuring timely ordering and availability of necessary supplies to prevent downtime.
5S Project Leadership: Drive and report on 5S initiatives to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient laboratory environment.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance safety, data reliability, and testing throughput.
Education: Associate’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent technical training preferred.
Experience: Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in mechanical testing (creep, stress rupture, tensile, or fatigue), preferably in an aerospace or materials lab environment.
Technical Proficiency:
Familiarity with mechanical test systems (ATS) and data acquisition software.
Understanding of high-temperature materials testing standards and furnace control systems.
Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and quality documentation.
Soft Skills:
Strong organizational and scheduling capabilities.
Excellent communication and cross-departmental collaboration.
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and data integrity.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a high-temperature lab environment.
Extended periods of standing, bending, and manual work.
Use of appropriate PPE including heat-resistant gloves, face shields, and safety glasses.
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.