Technician IV- Met Lab

Carpenter Technology; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty alloys company is seeking a Technician IV-Met Lab to perform complex metallurgical services and tests. This role involves preparing samples, conducting various mechanical and metallographic tests, and providing guidance within the lab. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and at least five years of relevant experience. The position demands strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401k with company contributions

Qualifications

• Five or more years of relevant experience required.
• Ability to operate advanced metallurgical/laboratory equipment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples and perform complex mechanical tests.
• Perform various metallographic and magnetic tests.
• Collect and record test data and make recommendations.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Team Coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Metallurgical Equipment

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’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’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

Primary Responsibilities for the Technician IV-Met Lab:

• Prepares samples for analysis/examination and carries out a diversified range of the most complex metallurgical services.
• Perform various complex 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.
• Facilitate the movement of products into and out of the department. Communicates the goals and objectives of the department to less senior Technicians.
• Facilitate the completion of tests and training requirements. Participates in quality audits as a representative of the Met Lab.
• This position can be located in any of the following areas: Mechanical Testing, Preparation, Metallographic Testing, Magnetics Testing, or Heat Treating.
• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements for the Technician IV-Met Lab:

• High school diploma.
• Five or more years of relevant experience.
• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing processes; makes recommendations to improve standard procedures.
• Anticipates and recommends changes to current processes to respond to customer needs.
• Provides guidance to others and coordinates the work of teams.
• Acts as a facilitator to resolve conflicts within a team. May be required to act as a team leader within own area or department; does not supervise.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions.
• Ability to perform assignments of the most complex nature.
• Ability to operate advanced metallurgical/laboratory equipment.
• Ability to work in a production-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Verbal and written communication skills.

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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