R&D Technician II - Melting

Carpenter Technology; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending accounts

Disability coverage

401k with company contributions

Many other options to employees

Job summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation is seeking an R&D Technician II – Melting in Reading, PA to support melting operations in our R&D lab. You will operate lab-scale VIM, VAR, and ESR furnaces and handle heat preparation, melting, casting, and heat treating tasks.

The role requires at least a high school diploma and 1+ year of related experience, with machinist or melting experience as a plus. Strong safety and communication skills are essential, and you may work alone or in a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One or more years of related experience.
• Technical / mechanical experience is desired.
• Machinist or melting experience is a plus.
• Experience operating a tow motor is desired, but training will be provided.
• Working knowledge of scientific principles, standards, methods and practices.
• Working knowledge of metallurgical/laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support role for melting operations in R&D.
• Operate and assist operation of lab-scale VIM, VAR, and ESR furnaces.
• Processing – heat preparation, melting, casting, heat treating, cutting operations, and other tasks as assigned.
• Prepare experimental heats, rebuild furnaces, melt, and cast heats.
• Operate band saws in R&D High Bay.
• Provide back-up for other R&D positions as needed.
• Ability to work alone or in a team.

Skills

Lab equipment operation

Metallurgy knowledge

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

R&D TECHNICIAN II – MELTING PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support role for melting operations in R&D.
• Operate and assist operation of lab-scale VIM, VAR, and ESR furnaces.
• Processing – heat preparation, melting, casting, heat treating, cutting operations, and other tasks as assigned.
• Prepare experimental heats, rebuild furnaces, melt, and cast heats.
• Operate band saws in R&D High Bay.
• Provide back-up for other R&D positions as needed.
• Ability to work alone or in a team.
• Provide back-up for other R&D positions as needed.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE R&D TECHNICIAN II – MELTING

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One or more years of related experience.
• Technical / mechanical experience is desired.
• Machinist or melting experience is a plus.
• Previous experience operating a tow motor is desired, but will train.
• Working knowledge of scientific principles, standards, methods and practices.
• Working knowledge of metallurgical/laboratory equipment.
• Ability to develop the basic skills needed to set up and operate various pieces of equipment on fairly routine jobs.
• Ability to work with moderate supervision.
• Ability to work in a production oriented environment.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic laboratory skills.
• Ability to lift to 40 lbs. occasionally throughout shift.
• Computer skills required. (Microsoft Outlook, Word etc.).
• Employee expected to navigate mainframe and LIMS system.
• Ability to perform basic calculations necessary for the job.
• Attention to detail, ability to follow instructions (written and verbal), and focus on safety are required.
• Overtime hours as required.

BENEFITS

• life
• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending accounts
• disability coverage
• 401k with company contributions
• many other options to employees

• life
• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending accounts
• disability coverage
• 401k with company contributions
• many other options to employees

Carpenter Technology Corporation (NYSE: CRS) is a recognized leader in high-performance specialty alloy-based materials and process solutions for critical applications in the aerospace, defense, transportation, energy, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics markets.

Founded in 1889, Carpenter has evolved to become a pioneer in premium specialty alloys, including titanium, nickel, and cobalt, as well as alloys specifically engineered for additive manufacturing (AM) processes and soft magnetics applications.

Learn more Carpenter Technology Corporation is committed to ensuring that its online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact us by emailing [e-mail]. We will work to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to 5 business days.

Carpenter Technology offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.