Lab Technician

Job Summary

Milwaukee Tool's Materials Technology team is seeking a Lab Technician to support material analysis, competitive benchmarking, and failure analysis across our product portfolio.

This role is responsible for executing laboratory testing, preparing samples, collecting and documenting data, and supporting engineering teams during product development and production issue resolution. The ideal candidate is hands-on, mechanically inclined, and thrives in a fast-paced, technical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute material analysis, benchmarking, and failure analysis test requests

• Prepare and modify test samples using cutting, machining, and preparation tools

• Condition samples per defined test methods and procedures

• Operate laboratory equipment (training provided)

• Design and fabricate test fixtures to ensure accurate and repeatable results

• Capture, analyze, and document test data in internal lab systems

• Maintain compliance with lab procedures, safety standards, and work instructions

• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to clarify test requirements and interpret results

• Support development and maintenance of internal material property databases

• Manage multiple test requests and priorities simultaneously

Qualifications (Required)

• Strong mechanical aptitude; hands-on experience with tools and equipment

• Laboratory or materials testing experience

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy

• Effective communication skills across technical teams

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Materials Science, or related field

• Experience with materials characterization techniques:

• Melt Flow Rate (MFR)

• FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy)

• DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimetry)

• TGA (Thermogravimetric Analysis)

• DMA (Dynamic Mechanical Analysis)

• Cross-sectioning and polishing samples

• Experience supporting product development or manufacturing environments

• Experience in molding environments (plastics & rubbers)

• Basic machining skills (lathe, CNC, drill press)

• Experience creating 3D printed fixtures