Materials Lab, General Helper (1st Shift)

Responsibilities

• You will work alongside the senior technician and engineering team to improve testing processes and procedures with a focus on automation and scalability.
• Take dimensional measurements of tensile bars and conduct destructive (tensile) testing
• Perform metallurgical sample preparation including cutting, mounting, grinding, polishing, and acid etching
• Operate and maintain testing equipment such as Instron Frames and more
• Work with the engineering team to collect data and conduct testing, analysis, and review of printed parts
• Perform data entry and report generation
• Participate in process improvement efforts to streamline testing procedures

Requirements

High school diploma or GED

• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn and grow, and team-oriented attitude
• Must be available to work the first shift (5:00 AM - 1:30 PM) Monday-Friday

Preferred

• Experience handling and keeping track of a large number of physical parts and the measurements taken on them
• Experience in operating complex equipment
• Experience working with hazardous materials
• Experience with data entry
• Must be available and willing to work overtime when needed

Nice to Have

• 1+ years of professional experience in materials and processing or mechanical testing
• Experience in metallurgical sample preparation

Extreme attention to detail and critical thinking skills

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 30lbs unassisted
• Ability to climb ladders and be on your feet for extended periods of time

Location

We are located in Hawthorne, CA in a 35,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility featuring large open spaces for team collaboration, R&D, and production, as well as easy access to the 405, 105, and 110 freeways. Our facility is in the heart of Los Angeles' vibrant emerging tech ecosystem alongside many other high growth startups and enterprises.

What We Offer

• We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions.
• We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology.

Benefits

Significant stock option packages

• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options)
• Life insurance
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)

Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays

• Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent
• Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
• Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events

Compensation

As a growing company, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company’s current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role.

In addition to the significant stock option package, The pay rate for this role is

$20/hour.

Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.