Metals Testing Laboratory Technician

Summary of Position:

The Laboratory Technician Perform a variety of testing duties to analyze and assess the mechanical, chemical and physical properties of various metals.

Job Description:

Metals Testing Laboratory Technicians are responsible for:

• Sample Preparation and Testing: Prepare test samples for analysis and perform various tests, such as chemical analysis, tensile tests, hardness tests, electrical conductivity, microscopic examinations etc.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Record test results and generating reports.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to assure accurate data measurements.
• Quality Control: Ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
• Following Safety Procedures: Adhere to safety protocols and regulations in the laboratory.

Specific Duties may include:

• Metallurgical and Chemical Testing: Conducting chemical analysis and metallurgical testing on metal samples. Performing grain size determination and hydrogen embrittlement testing per established procedures. Test mica per recognized standards.
• Data Finding: Reporting data findings as established and issue DMRs when deemed necessary.
• Sample Preparation: Preparing samples for testing using techniques like milling, polishing, etching, for metallography for micro/macro examination and other sample preparations as needed.
• Microscopic Examination: Examining metal samples using optical microscopes.

· Equipment Calibration and Maintenance: Calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment. Perform limited preventive maintenance as established by the equipment manufacturer and internal requirements. Qualifications and Skills: · Education: An Associate's degree in Material Science or similar related experience. · Experience: Previous experience in materials testing, laboratory work or metal processing. · Skills: Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work efficiently and independently, and assuring delays to production are minimal. · Technical Skills: Using laboratory equipment and related software is required. Proficiency in Microsoft products and company ERP system. · Communication Skills: Good written and verbal communication skills are needed for reporting and collaborating with other professionals.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations to essential functions of the job will be made if necessary