Quality Technician

AMETEK; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK Specialty Metals Products (SMP) Wallingford seeks a hands-on Quality Technician to perform quality tests on powdered metal and metal strip. You will set up and calibrate precision lab equipment, document results in LIMS, and ensure safety compliance.

The role involves testing across production stages, entering results into the MRP system, and supporting corrective actions with data-driven insights. A strong math and measurement skillset is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires 2+ years in metals testing.
• Reading and following written instructions in English.
• Ability to perform intermediate math and use measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on materials at various production stages for dimensions, mechanical, electrical and chemical properties.
• Set up calibrate troubleshoot and maintain precision lab equipment.
• Document test results in LIMS and report findings.
• Ensure safety protocols and proper hazardous waste disposal.
• Enter test results into MRP system and certify materials.
• Generate chemistry, thermal expansion and mechanical tests as needed.

Skills

Math skills

English instruction reading

Calipers & micrometers

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

ICP experience

XRF experience

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

ICP instrument

XRF instrument

Job description

AMETEK Specialty Metals Products (SMP) Wallingford is a US-based pioneer in the manufacturer of High Purity Metal Strip, Specialty Shaped Wire, Engineered Shaped Components and Thermal Management Materials. With more than 50 years of experience, AMETEK SMP Wallingford has numerous patents in technically advanced metallurgical materials and is a global leader in High Purity Materials via Wrought Powder Metallurgy.

AMETEK is seeking a hands-on, highly motivated Quality Technician who performs various quality tests of powdered metal and metal strip.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests at various stages within production for properties such as dimensions, performance, mechanical, electrical and chemical characteristics, and performs final inspection.
• Set up, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain precision laboratory equipment.
• Compile, interpret, and document test results using laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and report findings.
• Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols (OSHA, SDS/MSDS) and ensure proper hazardous waste disposal per Ametek’s safety standard.
• Inputs test results into MRP system and makes all necessary changes for certification of material.
• Generates chemistry, thermal expansion and mechanical quality tests as required and performs analysis and recommendations as required.
• Maintains records and certification files for all incoming raw material.
• Perform necessary compliance testing to ensure final products meet the customer and or specification requirements.
• Accurately document and maintain the results of inspection and testing results.
• Collect data collection analyze problems to support problem solving activities to make recommendations for possible corrective actions.
• Utilizing the Quality Managements System and ISO9001 standards - conducts, leads and implements the appropriate process audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Able to complete intermediate computer functions and common software programs.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions in English.
• Ability to utilize advanced math.
• Ability to use hand-held measurement instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail required.
• Has the willingness to further their knowledge and ability in performing all quality related tests.
• Utilizing critical thinking skills in order to determine defect thresholds.
• Experience with ICP and XRF is highly desired.
• Familiarity with compressed gases such as argon, oxygen, helium, etc.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• 2+ years’ experience in metals testing preferred
• Associate degree in technical field preferred

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Ability to sit for long durations of time.
• Ability to wear respirator for test procedures under fume hood.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, lab coat and hearing protection.

Required to work in a normal office environment with significant time spent in the production area. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The production area is not climate controlled.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 65,000

Salary Maximum: 75,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].