Associate Sample Prep Technician (2nd Shift)

Element Materials Technology • Huntington Beach, CA • 21h ago

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Associate Sample Prep Technician (2nd shift) to support metallurgical testing operations by preparing material samples for analysis. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy and quality of metallurgical evaluations by performing precise sample cutting, mounting, polishing, and other preparatory procedures.

Salary: $21- $22/hr (Depending on Experience) + $1.00 Shift Differential

Shift: 2-10:30pm

Responsibilities

Prepare metallic samples for metallurgical testing, including cutting, grinding, and polishing.

Operate and maintain laboratory equipment (i.e. cleaning) such as saws, grinders, and polishers.

Ensure samples meet required specifications and industry standards for metallurgical analysis.

Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.

Read and understand customer purchase orders and standard operating procedures (SOP) to prepare the samples

Adhere to company policies, quality control procedures, and safety regulations.

Skills / Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Good organizational skills

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures

Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or metalworking environment is a plus

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Self-Starter - Understand what must be completed each workday and takes the initiative to complete those tasks properly and timely - does not need Senior/Principal Technician or management to explain what the task is

Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement

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.

Job Locations US-CA-Huntington Beach

ID 2025-17626

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