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Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.\n\nJob Purpose\nAs a Powder Lab Technician at VulcanForms, you will perform laboratory testing and characterization of metal powders used throughout our additive manufacturing process. This role is responsible for executing routine laboratory analyses, preparing samples, documenting results, maintaining laboratory equipment, and supporting engineers in evaluating powder quality across incoming, production, reused, and recycled materials. The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on laboratory work, follows standardized procedures with precision, and takes pride in generating accurate, traceable data that supports world-class manufacturing.\nKey Responsibilities\nPerform routine powder characterization testing on incoming, in-process, reused, and recycled metal powders following established laboratory procedures.\nPrepare powder samples for testing, including sampling, labeling, handling, and storage while maintaining full material traceability.\nOperate laboratory equipment used for powder characterization, including particle size analyzers, flowability testing equipment, density measurement devices, and other analytical instruments.\nRecord, review, and document laboratory results accurately within laboratory databases and quality systems.\nAssist engineers with material investigations, qualification activities, process development, and root cause analyses by preparing samples and executing laboratory testing.\nMaintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, consumables, and equipment to support safe and efficient daily operations.\nPerform routine equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, calibration checks, and report equipment issues when identified.\nFollow established SOPs, work instructions, quality procedures, and laboratory safety requirements for reactive metal powders.\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve laboratory efficiency, organization, documentation, and standard work.\nSafely handle reactive metal powders while adhering to all environmental, health, and safety procedures.\nCollaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams to support production priorities and laboratory workload.\nQualifications\nAssociate degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or related technical field; equivalent laboratory or manufacturing experience will also be considered.\n2+ years of laboratory, manufacturing, quality, or materials testing experience preferred.\nExperience working with laboratory instruments and following standardized test procedures.\nStrong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, repeatable work.\nComfortable working with computers and documenting laboratory results using spreadsheets, databases, or manufacturing software.\nStrong organizational and time management skills.\nAbility to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative technical team.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nCommitment to maintaining a safe laboratory environment.\nAbility to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.\nAbility to lift up to 40 pounds.\nAbility to safely handle laboratory samples, equipment, and reactive metal powders while wearing required PPE.\nAbility to perform repetitive laboratory tasks requiring manual dexterity and attention to detail.\nAbility to work safely in both laboratory and manufacturing environments.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience working with metal powders, powder metallurgy, additive manufacturing, or advanced manufacturing.\nFamiliarity with particle size analysis, Hall flow testing, density measurements, or other powder characterization techniques.\nExperience supporting laboratory quality systems, calibration activities, or ISO-controlled environments.\nExperience working in manufacturing, aerospace, medical device, semiconductor, or regulated industries.\nFamiliarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or manufacturing execution systems (MES).\n\nVulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package. 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