Metallurgical Lab Supervisor

Carpenter Technology; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

401(k)

Job summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation, a leader in premium specialty alloys, seeks a Supervisor I - Metallurgical Laboratory to direct testing and inspection activities, coordinate schedules, and lead laboratory staff. You will ensure SOPs, calibration, and regulatory compliance; collaborate with Operations, Quality, and Metallurgy, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 5+ years in metallurgical lab settings, and strong

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or demonstrated equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a metallurgical laboratory, quality laboratory, materials testing environment, or related technical field.
• Experience supervising laboratory operations, technical personnel, or production support teams.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing processes, quality systems, and manufacturing operations.
• Experience developing and maintaining procedures and process controls.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and laboratory data management systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily laboratory operations and testing activities to support internal and external customer requirements.
• Manage and coordinate laboratory schedules, staffing, workloads, and priorities.
• Lead and develop Group Leaders and laboratory employees through coaching, training, performance management, and employee development.
• Ensure all laboratory testing is conducted in accordance with industry specifications, customer requirements, and internal procedures.
• Coordinate laboratory activities related to Receiving, Data Analysis, Macro Etch Inspection, Metallographic Inspection, Mechanical Testing, and Magnetic Testing.
• Maintain calibration programs and testing equipment required to support laboratory operations.
• Ensure laboratory equipment is properly maintained and available for use.
• Develop, revise, and maintain SOPs and work instructions.
• Coordinate procurement of laboratory supplies, equipment, and outside testing services as required.
• Interface with customers, auditors, technical personnel, and regulatory agencies during audits, investigations, and quality reviews.
• Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Metallurgical testing

Laboratory supervision

Leadership

Quality systems

Analytical thinking

Communication

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science/Metallurgy

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laboratory data management systems

Job description

Carpenter Technology Corporation, a leader in premium specialty alloys, seeks a Supervisor I - Metallurgical Laboratory to direct testing and inspection activities, coordinate schedules, and lead laboratory staff. You will ensure SOPs, calibration, and regulatory compliance; collaborate with Operations, Quality, and Metallurgy, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 5+ years in metallurgical lab settings, and strong