About the Position

Höganäs in North America is seeking a Laboratory Technician to work at our Johnstown, PA plant.  This position provides analyses and sets up materials according to specifications and maintains records according to the management system requirements and NAH quality system.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Maintains, operates, and calibrates lab equipment as required. 
• Communicates results of analyses.
• Coordinates testing with production, outside laboratories, and others as needed.
• May operate high speed, heavy saws, presses, and other equipment during destructive and nondestructive testing.
• Retains samples.
• Develops work instructions and forms maintaining documentation.
• Assists with development and implementation of new test methods.
• Maintains a safe working environment for themselves and others.
• Actively exhibits leadership capabilities in all aspects of their work.
• Displays conscious awareness of what is required to ensure a sustainable Höganäs.

Qualified candidates will possess a Associate’s Degree or a minimum of one year related experience and training.  Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office.  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical information.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Working at Höganäs

We aim to offer a great and meaningful place to work where you can fulfill your potential and ambitions. We welcome all applicants and strive for diversity. We have a clear management philosophy, and just like us you believe that through collaboration and openness we develop as individuals and as a company. We see all employees, regardless of position, as leaders when we approach the challenges that the world - and we - face. Höganäs ambition is to lead the transformation to better meet the needs of tomorrow and become the preferred supplier of sustainable metal powder on a global scale – join us in our journey of sustainable change and towards net-zero climate emissions.

More about Höganäs

Founded in 1797, Höganäs is the world leader in the market for powders, with an annual capacity of 500,000 tonnes. Höganäs’ vision is to drive positive change through material innovation, with the ambition of becoming the globally preferred partner for sustainable powder materials.

The company’s strength lies in its diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and Höganäs is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. Höganäs collaborates with customers across multiple industries to develop innovative solutions, including applications in automotive components, electric motors, brazing, surface coating, welding consumables and additive manufacturing. Operating 15 production centers worldwide and employing 2,200 people, Höganäs’ turnover for 2025 was 11,045 MSEK. Höganäs is owned by Lindéngruppen and FAM. www.hoganas.com

Interested? Apply today!