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Job Title: Materials & Process Technician Job Description

As a Materials & Process Technician, you will be responsible for preparing test samples for analysis through various methods such as cleaning, cutting, mounting, grinding, and polishing. You will support engineers in conducting experiments related to sample preparation, molding, and testing. Additionally, you will be tasked with operating, validating, and maintaining mechanical and analytical testing equipment. Your role will also involve thoroughly documenting, managing, examining, recording, and saving testing data records, as well as organizing and maintaining laboratory inventory, consumables, sample storage bins, and workstation areas.

Responsibilities

+ Prepare test samples for analysis through cleaning, cutting, mounting, grinding, and polishing.

+ Support engineers in experiments related to sample preparation such as molding and testing.

+ Operate, validate, and maintain mechanical and analytical testing equipment.

+ Thoroughly document, manage, examine, record, and save testing data records.

+ Organize and maintain laboratory inventory, consumables, sample storage bins, and workstation areas.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in materials testing and process validation.

+ Experience in sample preparation and working with lab equipment for mechanical, thermal, or chemical testing.

+ Strong data acquisition and quality assurance skills.

+ Familiarity with cross-section equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Ability to understand, use, and develop analytical skills including process development.

+ Commitment to technical and personal development related to products, testing equipment, and processes.

+ Capability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks and demands under stress.

Work Environment

You will work in a laboratory setting, using advanced technologies and equipment to support your tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Glendale, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Glendale,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.