Technician II - Met Lab

Carpenter Technology•Reading, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Met Lab Technician II is responsible for preparing samples for analysis and performing a variety of metallurgical testing and evaluation activities. This role supports laboratory operations through mechanical, metallographic, magnetic, and heat-treat testing while ensuring accurate data collection and documentation. The ideal candidate will have prior manufacturing, laboratory, or metallurgical experience and the ability to work independently with moderate supervision in a production-oriented environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience as determined by department management.
One or more years of relevant manufacturing, laboratory, testing, or metallurgical experience.
Ability to work in a production-oriented environment.
Working knowledge of metallurgical principles, standards, methods, and laboratory practices.
Ability to operate general metallurgical and laboratory equipment.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.
Demonstrated ability to solve routine to moderately complex problems using established processes.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or technical training in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
Experience performing mechanical, metallographic, magnetic, or heat treatment testing.
Experience in an industrial manufacturing, quality, or laboratory environment.
Familiarity with sample preparation techniques and metallurgical analysis.
Experience using laboratory information systems, databases, or manufacturing software.
Forklift certification or material handling experience.
Experience interpreting specifications, testing procedures, and quality standards.
Demonstrated commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Prepare material samples for metallurgical analysis and examination.
Perform a variety of mechanical tests, including hardness, tensile, tension, and resistivity testing.
Conduct metallographic testing utilizing etchants, polishing equipment, and metallographic laboratory equipment.
Collect, analyze, and accurately record test data and evaluation results.
Enter and maintain test results within company systems and databases.
Operate and maintain general metallurgical and laboratory equipment.
Support laboratory operations within Mechanical Testing, Preparation, Metallographic Testing, Magnetic Testing, or Heat Treating areas.
Troubleshoot routine testing issues using established procedures and processes.
Collaborate with team members to achieve safety, quality, and productivity goals.
Complete additional duties and special projects as assigned.