Job Description

The Metallurgical Lab Tech is a hands-on position which works under the supervision of a metallurgical/material science lab engineer to effectively deliver high quality metallurgical analysis and is responsible for the day-to-day lab operation and will learn and deploy lab protocols to support coating production needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform visual documentation of various incoming samples
• Perform and acquire accurate physical measurements using micrometer, calipers, and stereo microscopes
• Operate band saws/abrasive/precision saws to section samples, mounting press and vacuum impregnation of samples required for metallography
• Prepare metallurgical sample for microscopic evaluation as per specifications/protocols. Samples include thermal spray coated, bare aluminum, anodized aluminum, and other monolithic materials
• Ability to learn and perform material hardness testing as required by the engineer
• Ability to learn and possess knowledge of various ASTM and ISO requirements and safe operating procedures related to various lab metallurgical operations
• Maintaining consumables for various metallurgical evaluation needs
• Per engineering protocols, deliver appropriate micrographic/metallographic results to the engineers/team leads
• Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Trade school or an associate degree in Technology is preferred
• Possess mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to pay close attention to details of various processes
• Ability to perform daily tasks with little or no supervision
• Experience working with laboratory test equipment including metallographic evaluations, failure analysis, electrical testing, and non-destructive evaluation is beneficial
• Experience with plasma spray equipment and ABB robots is beneficial
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Computer proficiency (Excel, Word)