Metallurgical Lab Technician — Hands-On Materials Analysis

IFA- North America LLC; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

IFA North America LLC is seeking a Metallurgical Lab Technician to support daily lab operations, including sample prep, analytical testing and reporting of results. This role requires following ISO/TS 16949, ISO 14001 and ISO 17025 standards and performing tests on metallic specimens across multiple shifts.

The technician will operate shop equipment, maintain safety and 5S practices, and prepare technical reports for engineering teams.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of metallurgical testing experience.
• 2+ years in automotive manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ISO/TS 16949, ISO 14001 and ISO 17025 requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Proficient in English reading/writing and cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mechanical, chemical and corrosion test specimens.
• Operate metallurgical equipment and standard lab machines.
• Perform hardness, tensile and corrosion testing per methods.
• Prepare technical test reports and maintain electronic records.
• Maintain safety, 5S housekeeping and calibration verifications.
• Communicate results via Outlook and collaborate with teams.

Skills

ISO/TS 16949

ISO 14001

ISO 17025

5S

Machine shop basics

Calipers

Micrometers

Tensile testing

Corrosion testing

Chemical analysis

Hardness testing

Reading technical drawings

MS Word/Excel/Outlook/Access

Education

High School diploma

Associates Degree in a technical field

Tools

SAP

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Access

Job description

IFA North America LLC is seeking a Metallurgical Lab Technician to support daily lab operations, including sample prep, analytical testing and reporting of results. This role requires following ISO/TS 16949, ISO 14001 and ISO 17025 standards and performing tests on metallic specimens across multiple shifts.

The technician will operate shop equipment, maintain safety and 5S practices, and prepare technical reports for engineering teams.