Lab Technician

Hertha Metals • Conroe, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Lab Technician at Hertha Metals, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining all analytical instruments in our laboratory to support material testing and development. Reporting directly to the Sr. Research Engineer, you will conduct precise metallurgical analyses, including composition testing, microstructural evaluation, etc. Your work will be critical in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and quality of our results, directly contributing to the advancement of our innovative steel manufacturing processes. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented technician with a strong background in laboratory instrumentation and a passion for innovation and precision analysis.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in the steel, metals, or manufacturing industry
• Familiarity with metallurgical testing methods, including spectroscopy, microscopy, and mechanical testing
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in data recording, reporting, and analysis software
• Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment, adapting to new challenges and innovations

Nice To Haves

• Experience with steel production, alloy development, or quality control in metals manufacturing
• Knowledge of ISO, ASTM, or other metallurgical testing standards
• Hands-on experience with optical and electron microscopy, x-ray fluorescence analysis, LECO analysis, Scanning Electron Microscopy, Optical Emission Spectroscopy, tensile testing, and corrosion analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical analysis of steel and slag samples, including composition testing and microstructural evaluations
• Operate and maintain lab analytical equipment and furnaces
• Document and analyze test results, providing reports and insights to the engineering and production teams
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and environmental standards in all lab activities
• Assist in failure analysis and troubleshooting of material defects
• Maintain an organized and efficient laboratory environment, including proper handling and disposal of materials

Benefits

• Stock: ownership in a funded company that is innovating in a trillion-dollar industry
• Paid + unpaid parental leave after 1 year at the company (12 weeks paid, with flexible
• working style to transition after parental leave such as part-time remote working)
• Growth: our team is comprised of people with a growth mindset and we want to help you achieve your future career goals accordingly
• Time off: This is a fast-paced startup company working in one of the most exciting sectors and the last thing we want is our valuable team members to burn out.
• 401k Plan: We help you prepare for retirement by offering a 401k plan for those that have been employed with our company for over 12 months.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED