Mechanical Lab Technician

About the role

Universal Stainless & Alloy Products, Inc., established in 1994, is headquartered in Bridgeville, PA, with plants in North Jackson, OH, Dunkirk, NY, and Titusville, PA. The company produces semi‑finished and finished specialty steel long products and plate including stainless steel, tool steel, bearing steel, gear steel, and aircraft quality low alloy steels for use in a variety of industries. Universal is committed to providing the best quality, delivery, and service possible. The Mechanical Lab Technician supports laboratory testing and manufacturing processes across multiple areas. Employees receive on‑the‑job training and cross‑department training and will be trained to work in multiple areas throughout the operation. Work is performed in laboratory and manufacturing environments; some work areas are temperature controlled (Chemical Lab, Tensile Testing, Impact Testing). Employees may work around manufacturing equipment, materials, chemicals, and laboratory testing processes, and must be able to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and material testing activities.
• Prepare samples for testing
• Perform tensile, impact, and hardness testing.
• Work in areas including Receiving, Milling, Etching, Chemical Lab, Hardness Testing, Tensile Testing, Impact Testing, Saws, Heat Treat, and CNC Lathe.
• Employees may work in one or two areas during a given shift based on operational needs.
• Operate laboratory and manufacturing equipment following appropriate training.
• Accurately document testing results and required information.
• Follow established procedures, work instructions, and quality requirements.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Participate in 5S and housekeeping projects
• Work cooperatively with laboratory, manufacturing, quality, and other departments.
• Participate in cross-department training and learn additional processes and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This is a safety‑sensitive position; proper use of all required personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory. Employees must follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements for their assigned work area.

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous laboratory or materials testing experience preferred.
• Experience with tensile, impact, or hardness testing preferred.
• Experience operating laboratory or manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Experience working around chemicals preferred.
• Experience with machining equipment, saws, CNC equipment, or Heat Treat processes preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Previous laboratory or manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
• On‑the‑job training will be provided.
• Cross‑department training will be provided to develop skills across multiple areas.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to accurately record information and test results