Metallurgical Lab Technician — Sample Prep & QA Expert

Leoforce; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Short-term disability

FSAs

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Team events

Service recognition

Job summary

Leoforce seeks a Metallurgical Laboratory Technician to support quality assurance, metallurgical evaluations, material investigations, and laboratory operations in a leading aluminum manufacturer environment.

The role involves preparing samples, performing metallographic prep, conducting tests, and documenting results while following safety procedures and maintaining lab quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months to one year of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, quality, metallurgy, materials testing, or related environment preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
• Familiarity with metallurgical testing, material inspection, or nondestructive testing methods is preferred.
• Basic understanding of industry standards and laboratory testing procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Ability to accurately record, organize, and communicate technical information.
• Must have adequate near vision to perform detailed laboratory and microscopic examinations.
• Must be able to distinguish colors used in laboratory testing and product inspection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aluminum and other metal samples for metallurgical examination and quality investigations.
• Work closely with quality, production, and engineering personnel to coordinate sample preparation and testing.
• 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 the identification and evaluation of conditions such as 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

Metallurgical testing

Documentation

Attention to detail

Color vision

Near vision

Industry standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Leoforce seeks a Metallurgical Laboratory Technician to support quality assurance, metallurgical evaluations, material investigations, and laboratory operations in a leading aluminum manufacturer environment.

The role involves preparing samples, performing metallographic prep, conducting tests, and documenting results while following safety procedures and maintaining lab quality standards.