Job Title: Laboratory Technician (Part-Time/Freelance) – Powder Metallurgy Alloying Location: Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, California
Compensation: $20-$30/hour (negotiable based on experience)
Hours: 10-15 hours/week initially, with potential for growth
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join our team in Watsonville, CA, for Powder Metallurgy Alloying using a rotary ball mill. This is an entry-level, part-time role with training provided and the opportunity to grow into a career as production scales.
Responsibilities:
● Operate basic chemistry lab equipment and a rotary ball mill (training provided).
● Conduct micro powder metal alloying to produce a specific alloy.
● Keep detailed lab notes for process tracking and improvement.
● Communicate with the equipment manufacturer for troubleshooting and optimization.
● Report progress to the project team.
Requirements:
● Familiarity with basic lab equipment (e.g., beakers, scales, pipettes).
● Willingness to learn and operate a rotary ball mill (no prior experience required).
● Reliable transportation to Watsonville, CA.
● Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
● Excellent communication for team and manufacturer coordination.
● Current undergraduate/graduate student in chemistry (or related field) or a freelancer
with basic lab experience.
● Must be willing to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) for confidentiality.
Nice-to-Have:
● Interest in materials science or metallurgy.
Why Join Us?
This role offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge alloy production, flexible part-time hours (10-15/week), and the potential for increased responsibility as our project grows. Perfect for students or freelancers looking to build skills and explore a future career opportunity.
Compensation: $20-$30/hour (negotiable based on experience)
Hours: 10-15 hours/week initially, with potential for growth
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join our team in Watsonville, CA, for Powder Metallurgy Alloying using a rotary ball mill. This is an entry-level, part-time role with training provided and the opportunity to grow into a career as production scales.
Responsibilities:
● Operate basic chemistry lab equipment and a rotary ball mill (training provided).
● Conduct micro powder metal alloying to produce a specific alloy.
● Keep detailed lab notes for process tracking and improvement.
● Communicate with the equipment manufacturer for troubleshooting and optimization.
● Report progress to the project team.
Requirements:
● Familiarity with basic lab equipment (e.g., beakers, scales, pipettes).
● Willingness to learn and operate a rotary ball mill (no prior experience required).
● Reliable transportation to Watsonville, CA.
● Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
● Excellent communication for team and manufacturer coordination.
● Current undergraduate/graduate student in chemistry (or related field) or a freelancer
with basic lab experience.
● Must be willing to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) for confidentiality.
Nice-to-Have:
● Interest in materials science or metallurgy.
Why Join Us?
This role offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge alloy production, flexible part-time hours (10-15/week), and the potential for increased responsibility as our project grows. Perfect for students or freelancers looking to build skills and explore a future career opportunity.
- Experience
- Required
- Languages
- English – Advanced
- Employment
- Part-time
- Schedule
- Weekdays
- Salary
- $20 – $30 hourly
- Starting time
- Immediate start!
410 Corralitos Road, 95076, Watsonville
ManufacturingWatsonville
CryoNova LLC • 1-10 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since March, 2025
Cryonova Corporation is a pioneering technology company dedicated to advancing the frontiers of quantum performance enhancement; electromagnetic, acoustics, and fluid dynamic innovations.
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