Materials Testing Technician

<div>CONTRACT</div> <div> </div> <div>We are looking for a Production Test Operator in Schaumburg, IL who can analyze various materials at different temperatures to understand their mechanical properties such as tensile strength, yield strength, bending, and compression.</div> <div> </div> <div>Key Responsibilities: Sample Preparation: Creating standardized samples by molding, machining, or cutting materials to ensure consistent testing.</div> <div> </div> <div>• Machine Operation: Setting up testing equipment with appropriate grips and fixtures for different types of materials.</div> <div> </div> <div>• Temperature Conditioning: Running samples in a chamber to reach specific temperature requirements.</div> <div> </div> <div>• Testing Procedure: Conducting tests by applying controlled loads until the material reaches its breaking point, monitoring load and extension simultaneously.</div> <div> </div> <div>.Running tests by applying controlled compression loads until the material fails, monitoring the load simultaneously.</div> <div> </div> <div>.Running tests with a 3-pt bending fixture, monitoring load and deflection simultaneously.</div> <div> </div> <div>• Data Collection &amp; Analysis: Using software to analyze material properties and generate stress-strain curves.</div> <div> </div> <div>• Compliance &amp; Safety: Adhering to industry standards to ensure safety and quality in materials testing.</div> <div> </div> <div>Typical Requirements &amp; Tools • Proficiency with testing equipment and data analysis software.</div> <div> </div> <div>• Following specifications and procedures for accurate and compliant testing.</div> <div> </div> <div>• Adhering to safety regulations and using protective equipment.</div> <div> </div> <div>REQUIRED: <strong>Experience in material testing, tensile, yield strength, bending, and compression testing</strong></div>