Metallurgical Lab Technician I – Entry Level

cartech; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation in Reading is seeking a Technician I - Met Lab to prepare samples for metallurgical analysis and perform basic lab services under supervision. You will work across mechanical, magnetic, and metallographic testing using standard equipment.

This entry-level role emphasizes data collection, accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a production-oriented environment, with opportunities to learn metallurgical principles and equipment while supporting multiple lab operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Entry-level position; no prior related experience required.
• Elementary knowledge of metallurgical principles, standards, methods and practices preferred.
• Ability to operate basic metallurgical and laboratory equipment.
• Ability to develop technical knowledge and skills within the assigned laboratory area.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for metallurgical analysis and examination.
• Perform basic metallurgical laboratory services under direct supervision.
• Conduct mechanical and magnetic testing using standard equipment, including hardness, tensile, tension, and resistivity testing.
• Perform metallographic testing using polishing equipment, etchants, and standard metallographic equipment.
• Collect, document, and maintain accurate test data and results.
• Operate basic metallurgical and laboratory equipment in accordance with standard procedures.
• Support Mechanical Testing, Preparation, Metallographic Testing, Magnetic Testing, and Heat Treating operations as assigned.
• Maintain compliance with laboratory procedures, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Assist in achieving departmental production and testing objectives.
• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Carpenter Technology Corporation in Reading is seeking a Technician I - Met Lab to prepare samples for metallurgical analysis and perform basic lab services under supervision. You will work across mechanical, magnetic, and metallographic testing using standard equipment.

This entry-level role emphasizes data collection, accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a production-oriented environment, with opportunities to learn metallurgical principles and equipment while supporting multiple lab operations.