Metallurgical Laboratory Technician

Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc.; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 77,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc. in Monroe, NC is seeking a Metallurgical Laboratory Technician to support the Additive Design and Manufacturing (ADaM) team in a hands‑on metallurgical laboratory role.

You will conduct metallurgical evaluations, specimen preparation, and data entry to ensure compliance with customer standards and procedures. The role requires 2+ years in metallurgical testing or related lab operations, strong manual dexterity, and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a university degree in a related field, or 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• 2+ years of experience preparing metallurgical specimens (sectioning, mounting, polishing, etching) or operating related laboratory equipment.
• 2+ years of experience in metallurgical/material testing, laboratory operations, or quality/inspection work in a metals environment.
• Ability to operate precision instruments and measurement tools.
• Strong manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct metallurgical and material verification testing in accordance with established specifications and procedures.
• Perform sample preparation, calibration, and elemental analysis using atomic spectroscopy and gas combustion methodologies.
• Section, mount, polish, and etch specimens for microstructural evaluation.
• Evaluate microstructure, hardness, density, tensile, fatigue, and other material properties.
• Execute special process validations and document results within MES.
• Record, organize, and maintain accurate, traceable test data.
• Maintain calibration readiness and proper operation of metallurgical testing and measurement equipment.
• Track and maintain consumable and chemical inventories.
• Coordinate testing requirements, data reviews, and investigations with Materials Scientists and Quality Engineers.
• Identify, document, and communicate nonconforming or out-of-specification conditions.
• Support PPAP, MSA, and FAI metallurgical testing requirements.
• Participate in 5S, safety, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support material investigations and failure analysis activities.
• Coordinate sampling and material flow activities with Operations.
• Ensure compliance with QMS requirements and applicable industry regulations, including AS9100.
• Attend occasional Zoom meetings outside normal first‑shift hours to support global collaboration.

Skills

Precision instruments

Manual dexterity

Lifting to 30 lbs

Education

AA/AS or related degree or 4 years of experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Atomic spectroscopy

Gas combustion analysis

ICP analysis

MES/QMS systems

Job description

Metallurgical Laboratory Technician

Monroe, NC • Contract • 1st Shift • 5/40 • Pay Rate: $38.18/Hr.

Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401k.

Required Qualifications

• AA/AS degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a university degree in a related field, or 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• 2+ years of experience preparing metallurgical specimens (sectioning, mounting, polishing, etching) or operating related laboratory equipment.
• 2+ years of experience in metallurgical/material testing, laboratory operations, or quality/inspection work in a metals environment.
• Ability to operate precision instruments and measurement tools.
• Strong manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Position Summary

Metallurgical Laboratory Technician – Support the client's Additive Design and Manufacturing (ADaM) team in a hands‑on metallurgical laboratory role. Perform metallurgical and material verification testing to ensure compliance with specifications, customer standards, and controlled procedures. Conduct specimen preparation, metallurgical evaluations, equipment maintenance, and digital data entry within MES and QMS systems. Support production readiness, quality compliance, and SPQDC (Safety, People, Quality, Delivery, Cost) performance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct metallurgical and material verification testing in accordance with established specifications and procedures.
• Perform sample preparation, calibration, and elemental analysis using atomic spectroscopy and gas combustion methodologies.
• Section, mount, polish, and etch specimens for microstructural evaluation.
• Evaluate microstructure, hardness, density, tensile, fatigue, and other material properties.
• Execute special process validations and document results within MES.
• Record, organize, and maintain accurate, traceable test data.
• Maintain calibration readiness and proper operation of metallurgical testing and measurement equipment.
• Track and maintain consumable and chemical inventories.
• Coordinate testing requirements, data reviews, and investigations with Materials Scientists and Quality Engineers.
• Identify, document, and communicate nonconforming or out-of-specification conditions.
• Support PPAP, MSA, and FAI metallurgical testing requirements.
• Participate in 5S, safety, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support material investigations and failure analysis activities.
• Coordinate sampling and material flow activities with Operations.
• Ensure compliance with QMS requirements and applicable industry regulations, including AS9100.
• Attend occasional Zoom meetings outside normal first‑shift hours to support global collaboration.

Preferred Qualification

• Experience with atomic spectroscopy and gas combustion analysis.
• Strong chemistry background, particularly related to ICP analysis.
• Experience with additive manufacturing or metal powder‑based production environments.
• Familiarity with microstructural evaluation methods, hardness testing, density analysis, and special process validations.
• Experience capturing and documenting digital test data within MES/QMS systems.
• Knowledge of metal powder handling, sampling, or testing.
• Ability to understand and write laboratory procedures, standard work instructions, or test method documentation.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Interest in continuous improvement of laboratory workflows.