Technician III - Met Lab

Carpenter Technology; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation in Reading, PA seeks a Technician III for the Met Lab to prepare samples, perform a range of metallurgical tests and record data with minimal supervision.

You'll conduct hardness, tension, resistivity, metallographic and magnetic tests, direct day-to-day activities, train teammates, and contribute to process improvements, including involvement in heat treating and other testing areas as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three or more years of relevant experience.
• Ability to prepare samples and perform metallurgical tests.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for analysis and carry out metallurgical testing with minimal supervision.
• Perform mechanical tests on specialized equipment (hardness, tension, resistivity, etc.).
• Conduct metallographic and magnetic tests using etchants, polishing and metallographic equipment.
• Record data and make recommendations to supervision based on results.
• Direct, train and coordinate day-to-day activities of the Met Lab within the testing area.
• Develop knowledge of testing procedures in other areas and may test there as well.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter Technology’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next‑generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

Position Title: Technician III - Met Lab

Job Summary

Prepares samples for analysis/examination and carries out a diversified range of complex metallurgical services. Has thorough knowledge of specific testing areas and can complete all testing with no supervision. Perform various mechanical tests on specialized equipment, such as hardness testing, tension, tensile, resistivity etc. Perform various metallographic and magnetic tests using etchants, polishing equipment and specialized metallographic equipment. Collect and record test data obtained during the evaluation. Makes recommendation to supervision based on recorded test data. Also responsible for tasks related to directing, training and coordinating the day‑to‑day activities of the Met Lab within the specific testing area. Developing knowledge of testing procedures in other areas and may be able to complete testing in these areas. Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned. This position can be located in any of the following areas: Mechanical Testing, Preparation, Metallographic Testing, Magnetics Testing, or Heat Treating.

Additional Requirements

High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent experience as determined by department management.

Three or more years of relevant experience.

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.

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. Carpenter recently expanded its AM capabilities to provide a complete "powder-to-part" solution to accelerate materials innovation, offer rapid prototyping, and streamline parts production.

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Carpenter Technology Corporation 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.