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Lab Technician

ELG Utica Alloys, Inc.
Herkimer, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 7/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/24/2026

The Lab Technician has responsibility for sample preparation and running laboratory equipment to test samples and perform analysis. The Lab Technician will focus on meeting safety and quality requirements as well as continuous flow of production. Lab Technician may also perform duties as an X-Ray Technician.

  • ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Performs routine laboratory procedures such as samples logged in, preparation, melting, cut/lathe/polish, oil change, chemical reagent change, cleaning, setting up equipment, calibrating, analyzing, core-drilling, reserving dist. excess barrel when needed, etc.
  • Maintains a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with standard laboratory practice and procedures.
  • Performs laboratory tests and produce reliable & precise data to support scientific methods to meet ISO Standard 9100 procedures and customer’s requirements.
  • Ensure all data input/output is meeting quality procedures, chemistry specification, and purchase specification as necessary. Present to senior colleagues if any issues.
  • Maintains lab records accordingly to the requirement time frame by ELG Quality Procedures.
  • Identify and document any problems relating to product or process. Recommend solutions and verify the implementation as to initiate corrective action as required and assist key personnel in the resolution of problems to ensure that proper information flows to support defined goals and objectives.
  • Keeping up to date with technical developments, especially those which can save time and improve reliability.
  • Must work the necessary hours to keep production flowing.
  • COMPETENCIES
  • Associate’s Degree in Science preferred, or equivalent laboratory experiences of 1-2 years.
  • Communication skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Ability to multitask
  • Knowledgeable of lab equipment
  • SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

  • WORK ENVIRONMENT

Laboratory and factory setting. Requires use of PPE (Safety Glasses/Safety Shoes) and environmental conditions vary.

6.0 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
  • Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs while working on samples.

7.0 POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, during normal business hours. Hours of work may vary based on business needs.

8.0 TRAVEL

None.

9.0 OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24

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