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Quality Lab Technician Night Shift

Hydro


Job Location:

Elkhart, KS - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 21 - 27
Posted: 3 September 2026 (15 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 1 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise global network and unmatched R&D capabilities we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most 1905 Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you
  • Medical Rx Dental Disability Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
  • Education Assistance
  • Bonus Plan Eligibility
  • Parental Leave
Starting Rate of Pay:

$21.00$27.00/hourdepending on experience and competencies.

Shifts Available and Hours:

Night Shift 6:00 PM6:00 AM

This is a 12-hour night shift schedule working every other weekend (EOWE).

Shift Premium:

$2.00/hour extra for applicable shifts

What you will be doing
  • Operate laboratory equipment including CNC sample preparation tensile testing and where applicable OES spectrometry.
  • Perform laboratory testing and ensure compliance with applicable industry customer and process requirements.
  • Maintain laboratory equipment and participate in required preventive maintenance activities.
  • Coordinate product dispositioning when non-conformances occur and support the customer referral process.
  • Support Quality Engineering with trials data collection analysis and product inspection.
What will make you successful
Required Education/Experience:
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Good communication skills in English bothspoken and written.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
  • Quality/Inspection and/or Automotive experience preferred.
  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook Excel Word PowerPoint and AS400.
  • Basic knowledge of measuring equipment including micrometers calipers indicators taper gauges and height gauges.
  • Ability to read blueprints and investigate out-of-tolerance processes.
  • Strong attention to quality communication teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to recognize risks and hazards and follow applicable safety requirements.

Apply By: Position will be posted until filled.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin ancestry age disability veteran status marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at


Required Experience:

IC


About Company

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Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company that builds businesses and partnerships for a more sustainable future. We have 33,000 employees in more than 140 locations and 40 countries.

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