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DISCLAIMER
This is a hands-on industrial lab role in an aerospace maintenance and repair facility-not a medical or clinical laboratory position. You will regularly move between the lab and the manufacturing floor, working with chemicals, metals, machining equipment, tanks and protective gear (including Tychem suits under certain conditions) which may require a change of clothes thereafter.
JOB SUMMARY
The Lab Technician performs chemical and metallurgical laboratory tests to validate and control various shop processes. This position will conduct a variety of monitoring and testing duties in support of multiple departments that repair turbine engine components used primarily in the aerospace industry. Responsibilities may include wet chemistry testing of process solutions, metallurgical testing, and the evaluation of various metallic specimens.
The Lab Technician additionally monitors and performs preventative maintenance and adjustments to laboratory test equipment and further monitors and ensures regulatory requirements are followed.
Through our extensive in-house training program, the successful applicant will be instructed via a series of computer based and hands-on training, the necessary skills of the position. This position operates from a climate-controlled environment.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Component Repair Technologies, Inc. (CRT) began as a locally family-owned business, with operations in Mentor, OH since 1985, and grew into a global leader (500+ employees) in the aerospace MRO sector. Specializing in the repair and overhaul of turbine engine components, CRT proudly serves the world's largest airlines and jet engine manufactures. Component Repair Technologies is focused on our valued employees, customers, and community.
In 2025, CRT became a Safran Aircraft Engines company as a Center of Excellence for the repair of large jet engine parts in the Americas.
For over 120 years, Safran, through its Aircraft Engines subsidiary, designs, produces, markets and supports, alone or in partnership, aircraft engines offering world-class performance and reliability. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.
Operating through CFM International, its 50/50 joint venture with GE Aerospace, Safran Aircraft Engines is the world's leading supplier of single-aisle commercial jet engines, the CFM56 and LEAP. Safran Aircraft Engines is fully committed to sustainable aviation through the RISE (Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines) technology development program. Safran Aircraft Engines also deploys a global network providing a full range of support, maintenance & repair services.
Visit www.componentrepair.comand www.safran-group.comfor more information. Take-off in your career, learn new skills and become part of a world-class workforce.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Follow established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
2. Analytical testing of chemical tanks includes the collection of samples, performing titrations, maintaining lab records, and performing math calculations.
3. Maintain chemical tanks, including cleaning of tanks, preparing new solutions, and performing chemical additions as may require.
4. Perform metallurgical prep, microscopic evaluation and mechanical testing of thermal spray coatings and other metallic structures.
5. Prepare and label chemical etchants & reagents for various departments throughout the facility.
6. Responsible for storage of chemical waste containers and incoming chemicals. Must adhere to the safety and regulatory requirements regarding the use and storage of chemicals.
7. Manage and maintain chemical inventory via online database system.
8. Properly label chemical waste containers following RCRA regulatory standards.
9. Frequently move chemical containers (up to 50lbs) and pallets containing 55-gallon drums using the following equipment: pallet jack, forklifts, cranes, hoists, carts, or other handling methods.
10. Responsible for daily maintenance and general housekeeping of lab equipment and glassware.
11. Machine reusable test coupons by using a manual lathe machine.
12. Perform engineering tasks associated with repair processes as assigned.
13. Communicate with all employees as a member of the organizational team.
14. Assist in the training of personnel from time to time.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Associate degree (or higher) in Chemistry/Metallurgy or any other scientific field of study or two years equivalent work experience.
2. Knowledge of laboratory safety and/or previous experience in a manufacturing environment. Some prior experience with testing chemicals, via laboratory techniques preferred.
3. Ability or experience following directions and reading work instructions with an associated experience in problem solving and decision making.
4. Familiarity with governmental regulations relating to chemical storage and safety.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
1. Demonstrate previous experience in the use and application in a work environment of basic math skills, such as decimals and percentages.
2. Careful attention to detail and capable of handling multiple tasks.
3. Basic knowledge of computers and standard software programs.
4. Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
1. Regularly work with chemicals, metals, and associated testing equipment.
2. Work in a laboratory setting with regular exposure to the manufacturing floor, machines and components.
3. Use of safety and personal protective equipment under some conditions. The following is not required for all procedures.
a. Ear plugs.
b. Safety glasses.
c. Uniform/Lab Jacket.
d. Face shield.
e. Tychem suits.
f. Respirator.
4. This position has pre-employment testing requirements that may include a vision test.
5. Use powered and non-powered tools and general manual machining lathes.
COMPANY BENEFITS
Our employees and families are the number one asset at CRT. A progressive and innovative benefits package is in place, such as:
1. CRT currently offers two excellent health care options, one being a fully funded program (no premiums for employee and family) and the other being a traditional employee premium contribution. Programs include health, vision, and dental coverages. Additional programs include short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
2. The company offers a 401k program with company match.
3. Continuing education is offered via multiple sources and opportunities with tuition reimbursement based on eligibility requirements.
4. Traditional paid time off (PTO) is offered via vacation days and personal days.
5. Multiple shift opportunities with hourly premiums for off-shifts are offered.
6. To review other benefits, visit our website at www.componentrepair.com/careers or Facebook page www.facebook.com/ComponentRepair to see, "what we are up to."
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PARTICIPATION
Component Repair Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/H/V.
CRT is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace and promoting the health and well-being of its employees. It is the Company's policy to only hire individuals who do not use drugs. All candidates will be screened for drug use prior to hire. Employment opportunities at CRT are open to all qualified applicants solely on the basis of their job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. CRT complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws with regard to equal employment opportunity.