Metallurgical Lab Technician I - 2nd Shift

Dynamet Inc USA; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Disability coverage

401k with company contributions

Job summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation in Reading, PA seeks a Technician I - Metallurgical Laboratory on 2nd shift to support testing and lab operations. You will prepare samples, perform mechanical and metallographic tests, and collect data under supervision, contributing to aerospace and energy applications.

The role involves overtime during peak periods, working in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, and maintaining lab safety and quality standards while expanding metallurgical skills with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: Associate degree or coursework in related technical fields.
• Willingness to work second shift and overtime as needed.
• Ability to read specifications and follow procedures with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for metallurgical analysis and examination.
• Perform mechanical testing (hardness, tensile, resistivity) and metallographic testing.
• Maintain accurate test data and documentation in computer systems.
• Read specifications and work instructions and adhere to quality and safety procedures.
• Support multiple lab areas including Mechanical Testing, Sample Preparation, Metallographic Testing, and Magnetic Testing.
• Keep work area clean, organized and compliant with safety standards.
• Assist with training and development activities to expand lab expertise.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Second shift capability

Education

Associate degree or coursework in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Engineering Technology, Chemistry, Physics, or related field

Job description

Carpenter Technology Corporation in Reading, PA seeks a Technician I - Metallurgical Laboratory on 2nd shift to support testing and lab operations. You will prepare samples, perform mechanical and metallographic tests, and collect data under supervision, contributing to aerospace and energy applications.

The role involves overtime during peak periods, working in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, and maintaining lab safety and quality standards while expanding metallurgical skills with