Metallurgical Technician (54822)

Applied Technical Services•Latrobe, PA

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About The Position

This position is responsible for preparing and analyzing samples in the Metallographic lab.

Requirements

Metallography and Material Microstructure Knowledge
Attention to Detail
Safety Orientation
Accuracy
Math Aptitude
Communication Skills
Teamwork/Collaboration
Time Management
Incumbent must sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
Incumbent will be required to use a computer with keyboard, telephone or handheld mobile device for extended periods of time, and office machinery as needed.
Incumbent may occasionally be required to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
Incumbent must be able to read, see, hear, and speak English.
Incumbent must be able to use tools including hand grinding equipment, band saw, hydraulic saw, polishing cloth, microscope, sand paper, and files.
Position requires incumbent to wear personal protective equipment including gloves, safety glasses, and occasionally respirators. Steel-toed boots are preferred.
Shifts may vary.
Incumbent may need to work outside core operating hours as requested.
High school diploma or equivalency required.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook.
Proficient with software required to complete metallographic testing, including imaging and analysis software.
"U.S. Persons" Only: A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR"). Accordingly, the company will consider only "U.S. Persons" for this position. A "U.S. Person" includes (a) U.S. citizens or nationals; (b) U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., "green card" holders); (c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.

Nice To Haves

Some college level materials-related coursework or prior training/experience regarding material and metallographic preparation/analysis preferred.
Experience or exposure to a lab environment, microscopes, chemicals or other natural sciences is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare samples for testing by cutting to appropriate specifications, mounting, grinding, and/or chemical etching the sample.
Analyze microstructural/macrostructural features of the material using materials analysis techniques and imaging/analysis software per applicable specifications and purchase order requirements.
Determine conformance of the material to specified requirements, or report observed results when requested for research and development purposes only. Prepare reports accordingly for review.
Communicate nonconformances and any issues with testing or delays to customer.
Participate in internal peer review of all test reports.
Utilize related materials analysis and imaging software.
Perform micro indentation hardness testing and lab-scale heat treatment to support analysis.
Communicate with customers, as needed, regarding nonconformances, scope of work issues/questions or unexpected analytical results.
Make purchasing recommendations to Metallographic Lab Manager.
Perform other duties as needed.