Laboratory Technician – Materials Testing

<p>Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency.</p> <p>As a Materials Testing Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for performing analytical testing and materials characterization in support of rare-earth permanent magnet manufacturing operations. You will operate a variety of analytical instruments, prepare metallographic specimens, and maintain a safe and organized laboratory environment in compliance with applicable quality standards.</p> <h4>Responsibilities</h4> <ul> <li>Operate and maintain analytical test equipment including inert gas fusion (IGF), combustion analysis, inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES), powder rheometry, and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC).</li> <li>Prepare metallographic samples, including proper mounting, grinding, and polishing techniques for microstructural evaluation.</li> <li>Maintain an organized, clean, and safe working environment within the laboratory.</li> <li>Safely handle chemicals and hazardous materials in accordance with established safety protocols and regulatory requirements.</li> <li>Record, review, and report test results accurately and in a timely manner.</li> <li>Follow established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and contribute to the development of new test methods as needed.</li> <li>Support quality assurance activities and maintain compliance with laboratory accreditation requirements.</li> </ul> <p><em><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business</span></em><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <h4><strong>Qualifications</strong></h4> <ul> <li>Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a technician in a materials testing environment.</li> <li>High school diploma or equivalent (required).</li> </ul> <p><em>Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.</em></p> <h4><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></h4> <ul> <li>Previous experience in a laboratory operating under accreditations such as ISO 17025, A2LA, or Nadcap.</li> <li>Hands-on experience with metallographic sample preparation, inert gas fusion, combustion analysis, ICP-OES, powder rheometry, and/or differential scanning calorimetry.</li> <li>Previous experience with the safe handling and use of hazardous chemicals and materials.</li> </ul>