Technician III - Met Lab

Carpenter Technology•Reading, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter Technology’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. This position prepares samples for analysis/examination and carries out a diversified range of complex metallurgical services. The role holder has thorough knowledge of specific testing areas and can complete all testing with no supervision. This position can be located in any of the following areas: Mechanical Testing, Preparation, Metallographic Testing, Magnetics Testing, or Heat Treating.

Requirements

High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent experience as determined by department management.
Three or more years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Has thorough knowledge of specific testing areas and can complete all testing with no supervision.
Developing knowledge of testing procedures in other areas and may be able to complete testing in these areas.

Responsibilities

Prepares samples for analysis/examination and carries out a diversified range of complex metallurgical services.
Perform various mechanical tests on specialized equipment, such as hardness testing, tension, tensile, resistivity etc.
Perform various metallographic and magnetic tests using etchants, polishing equipment and specialized metallographic equipment.
Collect and record test data obtained during the evaluation.
Makes recommendation to supervision based on recorded test data.
Responsible for tasks related to directing, training and coordinating the day-to-day activities of the Met Lab within the specific testing area.
Developing knowledge of testing procedures in other areas and may be able to complete testing in these areas.
Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.