Testing Technician jobs in Johnstown, PA

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. is recognized as a world leader in materials testing for the Aerospace, Automotive, Nuclear and Medical industries. The materials we test are commonly used in commercial aircrafts, national defense applications, rockets, and many more everyday items. Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. has a global reputation for high volume and quick turn-around testing. Our commitment to our customers is strongly supported by our dedicated staff. Our highly qualified team is made up of professionals who have the knowledge and experience to get the job done right.

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research is looking to fill our Test Technician role. In this position you will perform lot release testing on a variety of materials. You will also be involved in post-test inspection of test specimens. This is a great opportunity for motivated individuals who want a chance to work in a fast-paced environment and learn some new skills, all within the Latrobe/Youngstown area. Are you looking to start a new career?

No experience necessary! Training is provided.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, or process control
• Perform a variety of quality, customized tests which will analyze materials to determine strength, stability, purity, chemical content, and other characteristics, in order to identify any performance/reliability issues with the material
• Organize and maintain the test lab
• Safely operate tools such as a band saw, grinder, sander, polisher and mounting machinery
• Maintain detailed records of test results
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

• US Citizenship required
• High school diploma or GED required
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong time management skills
• The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Mechanically inclined individuals preferred
• Experience working with blueprints preferred
• Ability to stand, sit, or move around for prolonged periods of time

Benefits Offered:

• 401(k) with a company match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance and AD&D

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other status protected by applicable law.

Education

• High School or better

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)