Metallography Lab Technician - Hands-On Materials Analysis

FM Industries, Inc.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

FM Industries, Inc. seeks a Metallography Lab Tech in Phoenix, AZ to conduct metallography analysis and support coating production. You will learn lab protocols under supervision and contribute to day-to-day lab operations.

Responsibilities include preparing samples, measuring with precision instruments, and delivering results to engineers. Training lasts several weeks with potential OT; candidates should have trade school or associate degree and mechanical/electrical aptitude.

Qualifications

• Trade school or an associate degree in Technology is preferred.
• Possess mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to problem solve and pay close attention to details.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Experience with laboratory test equipment and metallographic evaluations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual documentation of various incoming samples.
• Perform and acquire accurate physical measurements using micrometer, calipers, and stereo microscopes.
• Operate band saws/abrasive/precision saws to section samples and perform mounting/impregnation for metallography.
• Prepare metallurgical samples for microscopic evaluation per specifications; samples include coated and uncoated aluminum and other materials.
• Learn and perform material hardness testing as required by engineers.
• Learn and apply ASTM/ISO requirements and safe operating procedures for lab metallography.
• Maintain consumables for metallurgical evaluation needs.
• Deliver metallographic results to engineers/team leads per protocols.
• Comply with environmental, health and safety laws and company policies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Trade school or an associate degree in Technology

Tools

Metallography equipment

Electrical testing equipment

Non-destructive evaluation tools

Plasma spray equipment

ABB robots

Job description

FM Industries, Inc. seeks a Metallography Lab Tech in Phoenix, AZ to conduct metallography analysis and support coating production. You will learn lab protocols under supervision and contribute to day-to-day lab operations.

Responsibilities include preparing samples, measuring with precision instruments, and delivering results to engineers. Training lasts several weeks with potential OT; candidates should have trade school or associate degree and mechanical/electrical aptitude.