Metallurgical Prep Technician
About The Position
Element has an opportunity for a Metallurgical Prep Technician to safely and accurately perform metallurgical sample preparations, such that subsequent testing and evaluations can be conducted in accordance with applicable standards, specifications and customers' PO (purchase order). Element is a world renown Aerospace Testing Company with clients such as Boeing, SpaceX and Blue Origin. At Element our shared purpose of 'Making tomorrow safer than today' is what brings us together. We are energized by our ambition to make the world a better place and create a safer future for people. This is what sets us (and you, if you join us…) apart from the crowd. Shift hours - 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Salary: $19/hr-$23/hr + $1.00 Shift Diff once on 2nd shift This is a fast-paced environment, and we need someone who is proactive, self-motivated and a team player. The person for this role will be a specialist in their field, respected by all who they work with, keen to learn and enthusiastic in the face of challenge.
Requirements
- Minimum high school graduate, metallographic/metallurgy coursework preferred
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, general computer skills
- Strong applied math skills (arithmetic, algebra)
- Ability to read and understand ASTM, ISO, AMS, etc., and specific customer standards and procedures
Responsibilities
- Perform metallurgical evaluations on metallic materials
- Section, mount and polishes, using automated equipment or by hand, in preparation for metallurgical evaluation
- Setup equipment and perform testing for metallurgical corrosion evaluations
- Provides support to Metallurgists and Failure Analysis Engineers
- Works with other staff to meet the delivery obligations of the metallographic laboratory
- Ensure safety of self, coworkers, and visitors by following written and verbal safety procedures
- Apply and record data using sensitive instrumentation
- Participates in company 5S and Safety initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Education Level
High school or GED
