NTSIN Lab Technician

Nucor•Crawfordsville, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Technician prepares, tests, verifies, and documents material test specimens to support compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory requirements. The position performs tensile and Charpy impact testing in accordance with applicable ASTM standards, prepares test specimens, verifies material documentation, and maintains accurate testing records. The technician may operate CNC equipment to machine specimens and assist with maintaining laboratory equipment and work areas. The role includes mechanical testing, sample preparation, and documentation and data management. The technician conducts testing, uses laboratory equipment to generate material property data, analyzes results for compliance, supports retesting when required, and helps ensure effective laboratory operations. The technician prepares and processes samples using cutting, machining, milling, saw, and CNC equipment as needed; verifies specimen dimensions and orientation; and maintains material identification and traceability. The technician records and manages testing data and prepares and reviews laboratory reports and supporting documentation. Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor. The technician must demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, quality, laboratory, machining, or other technical environment.
Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, drawings, procedures, and test documentation.
Basic computer proficiency and data entry skills.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to lift, move, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work safely in an industrial laboratory environment and wear required PPE.

Nice To Haves

Documented cross training in Met Lab.

Responsibilities

Conduct tensile and Charpy V-Notch impact testing in accordance with applicable ASTM standards and customer specifications.
Operate laboratory testing equipment to generate accurate and reliable material property data.
Analyze and interpret test results to verify compliance with applicable material requirements and specifications.
Support retesting activities when required by industry standards, customer requirements, or internal quality processes.
Prepare and process material samples and test specimens for mechanical testing.
Use cutting, machining, milling, saw, and CNC equipment as needed to produce test specimens.
Verify specimen configuration, dimensions, and orientation against applicable testing requirements.
Maintain material identification and traceability throughout testing and reporting.
Accurately record, maintain, and manage testing data in electronic databases and quality management systems.
Prepare and review laboratory reports, test records, and supporting documentation.
Assist in maintaining laboratory equipment and work areas.
Uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.