Metallurgical Lab Technician

IFA Rotorion • Summerville, SC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Metallurgical Lab Technician is responsible for providing support to the daily operations of the Metallurgical Laboratory including sample preparation, performance of analytical tests and preparation of technical reports. This role requires adherence to safety standards, operation of various machine shop and metallurgical equipment, and performing a range of tests including mechanical, chemical, and corrosion testing. The technician will also be responsible for equipment maintenance, data compilation, and report preparation, ensuring compliance with ISO standards and organizational policies.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• 0 – 2 years’ experience in metallurgical testing
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an automotive manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of ISO/TS 16949, ISO 14001 and ISO 17025
• Demonstrated understanding of ISO 17025 requirements including data control, laboratory integrity and continual improvement
• Familiarity with lean principles including 5S
• Basic knowledge of machine shop equipment and practices
• Basic knowledge of handheld gages and equipment (calipers, micrometers, thickness gages, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of hardness testing methods, equipment and sample preparation
• Basic knowledge of tensile testing methods, equipment and sample preparation
• Basic knowledge of metallurgical testing methods, equipment and sample preparation
• Basic knowledge of corrosion testing methods, equipment and sample preparation
• Basic knowledge of chemical analysis testing methods, equipment and sample preparation
• Basic knowledge of laboratory chemicals and reagents
• Basic knowledge of driveshaft components
• Basic knowledge of both metric and English units of measure
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Ability to read and write English
• Ability to read and follow technical test methods and specifications
• Ability to create accurate technically competent test reports
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization others
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Trained and knowledgeable in site safety policies and procedures
• Ability to plan and organize his or her own work effectively in consultation with others
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer and software operation including MS Word, Excel, Outlook & Access
• Understand the consequences of non-conformances to the customer
• Understand the relevance and importance of their activities and how they contribute to achieving quality objectives (UNIVERSAL per TS 16949)
• Must be able to wear a painting suit and respirator
• Must be able to work with paints and solvents
• Must be able to work with laboratory reagents

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree in a technical field
• Previous metallurgical laboratory experience
• SAP experience

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety standards within the assigned area of responsibility
• Operation of common machine shop equipment including (but not limited to) horizontal and vertical band saws, milling machines, lathes, grinders and hand tools
• Preparation of mechanical, chemical and corrosion test specimens
• Operation of metallurgical equipment including metallurgical abrasive saw, hand grinder, manual polisher and mounting press
• Perform preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment as necessary
• Preparation of mounted and polished metallurgical samples
• Perform acid-etching on metallurgical samples
• Preparation of corrosion testing brine solutions
• Perform hardness testing
• Perform analytical chemical analysis testing
• Perform corrosion testing including applicable acceptance testing
• Perform routine tension and compression tests
• Operation of image analysis system
• Monitor and adjust corrosion chamber(s) conditions remaining with specified limits
• Perform weekly hardness verifications
• Perform weekly pH and salinity meter verifications and / or calibrations
• Communicate effectively using Outlook
• Compile and store information electronically per IFA standard operating procedures
• Preparation of technical reports documenting test results
• Monitor laboratory 30-day sample storage and dispose of samples as necessary
• Complies with ISO/TS 16949, ISO 14001 and ISO 17025
• Complies with organizational policies and procedures
• Utilize 5S methodology to maintain the laboratory
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED