Metallurgy Lab Technician Trainee — On-Site, $1K Sign-On

Howmet; Branford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits from day one

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace in Branford, CT is seeking a Lab Technologist (Metallurgy) to join our team. You will perform sample preparation and evaluation to support production and determine acceptability of materials for release to manufacturing.

The role requires working in a lab environment, interpreting specifications, maintaining lab records, and ensuring compliance with quality procedures. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with laboratory equipment is required.
• US work authorization; visa sponsorship not available.
• Export-controlled data access awareness required.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and evaluation in support of production.
• Independently judge material acceptability or rejection.
• Implement and maintain lab policies, procedures, and documents.
• Interpret specifications and customer product requirements for timely release of tested samples.
• Maintain lab records and databases per quality requirements.

Skills

Lab equipment handling

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Reading and interpreting specs

Oral communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microscopes

Measuring instruments

Metallography lab training

Job description

Howmet Aerospace in Branford, CT is seeking a Lab Technologist (Metallurgy) to join our team. You will perform sample preparation and evaluation to support production and determine acceptability of materials for release to manufacturing.

The role requires working in a lab environment, interpreting specifications, maintaining lab records, and ensuring compliance with quality procedures. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success.