Metallographic Technician

Lucideon group limited; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Collaborative team

Career development

Job summary

Lucideon group limited in Greenville, SC, seeks a Metallographic Technician to prepare and evaluate material samples for microscopic examination, delivering high-quality results for customers and internal projects.

You will mount, grind, polish and etch samples, record data accurately, operate lab equipment, and contribute to continuous improvement while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and sectioning metal and material samples.
• Mounting, grinding, polishing and etching samples.
• Performing routine metallographic evaluations.
• Recording test data and observations accurately.
• Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Supporting investigations and materials analysis projects.
• Maintaining laboratory quality, safety and housekeeping standards.
• Contributing to continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Do you enjoy hands-on laboratory work and take pride in producing high-quality, accurate results?

We're looking for a Metallographic Technician to join our laboratory team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys practical work, and wants to develop their skills in metallography and materials characterisation.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Healthcare, retirement and paid time off benefits
• Training and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced engineers, metallurgists and scientists
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to develop a career in materials science

The Role

As a Metallographic Technician, you'll prepare and evaluate material samples for microscopic examination, ensuring high-quality results for customers and internal projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and sectioning metal and material samples
• Mounting, grinding, polishing and etching samples
• Performing routine metallographic evaluations
• Recording test data and observations accurately
• Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment
• Supporting investigations and materials analysis projects
• Maintaining laboratory quality, safety and housekeeping standards
• Contributing to continuous improvement activities

What we're looking for

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good problem-solving and organisational skills
• Ability to follow detailed procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer skills

Experience in metallographic sample preparation or training in metallurgy/materials science would be advantageous, but not essential.

Why join us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a science-led organisation where you'll gain hands-on experience, develop specialist skills, and contribute to solving real-world materials challenges.