Lab Technician

Arconic; La Fayette (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Arconic Lafayette Aluminum Extrusion lab supports production through rigorous testing and data review. The Quality Laboratory Technician conducts measurements, records results, and ensures accuracy to meet customer specifications.

You will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, rotating 2nd or 3rd shift, and collaborate with Production and Metallurgical teams to sustain quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to review and interpret data and to communicate results.
• Willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift and comply with ITAR rules.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing to support production and metallurgical processes.
• Accurately document test results and maintain quality records.

Skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Data interpretation

US work authorization

ITAR awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Arconic (NYSE: ARNC) creates breakthrough products that shape industries. Working in close partnership with our customers, we solve complex engineering challenges to transform the way we fly, drive, build and power. Through the ingenuity of our people and cutting-edge advanced manufacturing techniques, we deliver these products at a quality and efficiency that ensure customer success and shareholder value.

Arconic Aluminum Extrusion serves the global aerospace and automotive markets with the most specialized engineering, highest quality, and the greatest breadth and depth of forgings and extrusions. Our vertically integrated capabilities and deep materials science expertise in aluminum and titanium structural casting is taking the industry to new heights. AEX is a business unit of Arconic (NYSE: ARNC).

The primary purpose of this role is to provide laboratory testing to support operation of the Lafayette manufacturing process.

General duties for the Quality Laboratory Technician include but are not limited to:

• Supporting the control and developmental activities in regard to the Production and Metallurgical departments.
• Accurately, effectively, and efficiently providing test results with being quality conscious.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift
• Must have applicable experience solving problems and understanding customer specifications and procedures
• Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office
• Ability to review and interpret data
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2-5 years of manufacturing experience or experience in a laboratory environment
• Single point accountability in regard to writing, maintaining, and controlling certain measurement assurance manuals and processes relative to various physical-testing procedures used within the laboratory
• Training other laboratory technicians in the operation of test equipment and procedures pertaining to assigned processes.
• Experience in sawing, machining, testing and chemical analysis
• Knowledgeable to monitor and maintain control charts critical to sustaining AS9100 and Nadcap certification
• Understanding the importance of laboratory cleanliness and safety requirements
• Able to be self-sufficient in a fast-paced environment to achieve departmental and plant goals

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Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build.

We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders.

At Arconic, we:

• Act With Integrity : We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability.
• Safeguard our Future : We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment.
• Grow Stronger Together : We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity.
• Earn Customer Loyalty : We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service.
• Drive Operational Excellence : We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration.
• Create Value : We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders.

This position is subject to Export Control Law:

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

United States EEO Statement:

Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.