Metallurgical Lab Technician - Aluminum QA & Metallography

Australia-Employment; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 66,334,000 - 68,483,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Short-term disability

Flexible spending account

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Team events

Service recognition

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Metallurgical Laboratory Technician (Aluminum) for a permanent on-site role in Fontana, CA. You will support QA, metallurgical evaluations, and lab operations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 6 months to 1 year of lab or metallurgy experience; familiarity with metallurgical testing and MS Word/Excel is preferred. This position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 6 months to 1 year of laboratory, manufacturing, quality, metallurgy, materials testing, or related environment preferred.
• Familiarity with metallurgical testing, material inspection, or nondestructive testing methods preferred.
• Basic understanding of industry standards and laboratory testing procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aluminum and other metal samples for metallurgical examination and quality investigations.
• Coordinate sample preparation and testing with quality, production, and engineering personnel.
• Perform metallographic sample preparation, including machining, cutting, sectioning, polishing, and etching.
• Conduct laboratory testing and material evaluations using a variety of analytical and inspection equipment.
• Operate, maintain, and monitor laboratory equipment used for material characterization and quality testing.
• Perform microscopic examinations to evaluate material structure, defects, and other metallurgical characteristics.
• Assist with identification and evaluation of inclusions, porosity, grain structure, segregation, and other material abnormalities.
• Photograph laboratory specimens and prepare supporting documentation and reports as needed.
• Compile test results and assist with the preparation of charts, graphs, drawings, and technical reports.
• Assist with nondestructive testing activities and material inspection procedures.
• Support heat-treatment monitoring and related material evaluation activities.
• Follow established laboratory, quality, and safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.
• Assist the quality and metallurgical teams with special projects and investigations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Technical communication

Color vision

Record-keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Metallurgical Laboratory Technician (Aluminum) for a permanent on-site role in Fontana, CA. You will support QA, metallurgical evaluations, and lab operations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 6 months to 1 year of lab or metallurgy experience; familiarity with metallurgical testing and MS Word/Excel is preferred. This position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.