Quality Technician II, Metallurgical(2nd Shift)

Howmet Aerospace; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 40,639; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is looking for a Quality Technician II in Carson, CA. This position involves performing metallurgical and mechanical testing on products, troubleshooting testing equipment, and providing technical guidance to junior technicians. A strong understanding of testing systems and qualifications in mechanical/metallurgical testing is required. This role offers comprehensive benefits, competitive wages, and involves work on-site.

Qualifications

• Prior laboratory experience in mechanical and/or metallurgical testing.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.; verification required.
• Subject to ITAR, requires U.S. person status.

Responsibilities

• Perform metallurgical and/or mechanical testing on manufactured products.
• Handle complex testing due to broad understanding of test systems.
• Record test results on standardized forms and write test reports.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Metallurgical testing

Troubleshooting

Calibration

Technical guidance

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years of lab-related testing experience

Job description

Quality Technician II, Metallurgical (2nd Shift)

Job Information

• Location: Carson, CA, United States (On-site)
• Schedule: Full time (2nd Shift)

Responsibilities

• Perform metallurgical and/or mechanical testing on manufactured products.
• Handle complex testing of manufactured products due to a broad understanding of test systems and/or metallurgy.
• Demonstrate successful completion of training qualifications and examinations for NADCAP accreditation.
• Perform complex or unusual tests for metallurgical evaluation, using instrumentation and control systems (static and dynamic strain measurement, temperature control and measurement, atmospheric effects, hardness machine, load cells, tensile, x-ray plating, hydrogen detector, fatigue, stress rupture, etc.).
• Troubleshoot faulty equipment and investigate suspect test data (e.g., hardness and tensile strength correlation studies).
• Perform all types of mechanical testing, including calculating, conducting, and reporting test results; perform special testing procedures and programs as required; investigate and verify customer returns.
• Recommend improvements to equipment and test techniques to the Lab Supervisor.
• Conduct quarterly test fixture inventory and prepare orders for new or replacement tooling as necessary.
• Provide technical guidance for laboratory technicians less familiar with equipment and procedures.
• Test samples of manufactured products to verify conformity to specifications.
• Record test results on standardized forms and write test reports describing procedures used.
• Calibrate and maintain all metallurgical/test equipment in the test lab.
• Assist with audit preparations if required.

Benefits / Salary

Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Salary range: $24.00 to $29.50 per hour.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Prior laboratory experience in mechanical and/or metallurgical testing or laboratory training related to mechanical and metallurgical testing.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; verification required at hire. Visa sponsorship not available.
• Subject to ITAR, requires U.S. person status.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of lab related testing experience.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Howmet is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other legally protected characteristics.