What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at Hexcel Corporation and Careers?
With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and additive manufactured parts. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&T centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”
Hexcel is currently seeking a Quality Control Technician for our Salt Lake City, Fibers UT, USA location.
The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:
- Contributing to our safety-first culture that includes a consistent use of personal protective equipment to ensure your safety
- Conducting various quality tests on resin, prepreg and carbon fiber
- Utilizing various measurement devices effectively such as balances, scales and calipers to meet testing specifications
- Manipulating and reduce data in lab test computers to verify results
- Collaborating with other departments to ensure the manufacture of a quality product
- Accurately documenting test results
- Organizing and prioritizing workload to produce results efficiently
- Performing quality inspection on manufacturing processes
- Working a rotating 8-to-12-hour shift with the opportunity for 7 consecutive days off each month
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Ability to conduct and understand basic arithmetic and measurements using a calculator and ruler
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to urgently address situations and events that require a quick response
- Willingness to work overtime as needed
- Demonstrate basic written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to physically perform the functions of the job
- Possess strong interpersonal skills for training and customer interface
- Previous experience with chemical, mechanical, or physical testing is a plus
Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.
Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.