Laboratory Technician

ZipRecruiter; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

You will be a member of our technical services staff, working with customers, engineers, equipment technicians, and sales specialists to provide metallurgical applications support. You will collaborate with colleagues in preparing metallurgical samples, developing new preparation procedures, testing new consumables and equipment, and documenting and editing your work. You will work with Allied’s metallurgical sample preparation equipment, advanced optical microscopes, imaging software, and hardness testing products.

Responsibilities:

• Develop metallurgical sample preparation procedures using Allied equipment and consumables.
• Collaborate with colleagues to write and edit scientific documentation, including lab reports, application notes, articles, papers, and presentations.
• Use optical microscopy to obtain images for documentation and analysis.
• Use imaging software to perform metallurgical analysis techniques, such as grain size analysis, multiphase analysis, and layer thickness analysis.
• Perform testing on incoming products, new equipment, and consumables.
• Assist with customer communication, technical support calls, and emails.
• Adhere to style guides for consistency in documentation.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant work or school experience.
• Associate’s degree in Materials Science & Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Excellent written/verbal communication, listening, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Previous experience with metallographic sample preparation, microscopy, and imaging is a plus.
• Mechanical/technical experience is a plus.
• Ability to write reports, chart data, and provide other technical documentation is a plus.
• Must have the right to work in the US.

Company Description

Allied High Tech Products, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and global distributor of equipment for failure analysis, materials characterization, and materials research. We are located in Cerritos, CA, and Edmond, OK, and are known worldwide for outstanding design, excellent product quality, and superior customer service.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary based on credentials and experience
• Outstanding benefits and a great work environment
• Great career opportunities at a quickly growing high-tech company
• An exciting opportunity to expand your knowledge, grow, and be creative

Allied uses the E-Verify program for all new hires. Allied High Tech Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.