With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and additive manufactured parts. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&T centers around the globe. Become a part of the "strength within."
Hexcel is currently seeking a Test Lab Technician for our Kent, WA, USA location. The Test Lab Technician performs a variety of mechanical and physical tests on composite specimens.
Summary pay range: $48,350 - $82,885 annual salary. This role is non-exempt.
The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Prepare composite specimens for variety of testing procedures. Conduct testing on composite specimens, including flammability testing.
• Assist in sample receiving and lab test request processing
• Excellent customer service - timely communication with internal customers in conjunction with lab test requests. Periodic interface with customer quality auditors.
• Interpret customer requirements and specifications as these pertain to lab testing.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required. Preference will be given to those with applicable college or technical school background.
• Minimum of one year hands-on lab experience. Relevant education or certificate from a Hexcel approved program will be considered.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence using MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

At Hexcel, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Hexcel also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.
Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.