Position Title: Lab Technician

Reports To: Lab Manager & Metallurgist

Supervises : None

Classification: Salaried, exempt, non-union

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee of this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of this position.

• Conduct laboratory work with Copper, Aluminum, Titanium, Superalloys, Specialty Steels, and other engineered materials.
• Operate laboratory equipment for sectioning, mounting, polishing, and preparing metallographic samples for the regular standalone mounted samples.
• Prepare metallographic samples using field equipment (In-Situ Metallography)
• Prepare various samples for chemical analysis (OES, ICP, CGA, etc.)
• Prepare mechanical testing specimens using CNC lathe, polishers, etc. (Stress rupture, creep, fatigue, room temperature/elevated temperature/cryogenic tensile, impact, and others).
• Conduct metallurgical testing on various ferrous and nonferrous alloys (metallography, room temperature tensile testing, spark OES, Hardness, etc.)
• Prepare and mix etchants under the guidance of Lab Supervisor/Lab Manager.
• Assist Lab Metallurgists in day-to-day work.
• Generate test reports using LIMS software for review by Lab Manager/Director.
• Participate in failure analysis/metallurgical investigations.
• Participate and/or assist in industry research relevant to the forging and Aerospace industry.
• Verify equipment is calibrated before testing.
• Interact with Engineers, Metallurgists, Production crew and others in management on projects.
• Operate testing equipment (like chemical, mechanical and metallographic) and perform testing per standard procedures. Record all data and results in a specified manner per instructions from the Lab Supervisor.
• Maintain laboratory environment in a safe, clean, and orderly manner.
• Work with customers on an as-needed basis.
• Perform systematic receipt, labeling and analysis of laboratory samples and maintain identity and traceability through process.
• Properly store and retrieve samples per customer requirements.
• Organize and store all chemicals substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

To perform this position successfully, the employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This position involves access to technical data that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which define a “U.S. person” to include a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Employment is contingent upon the applicant's ability to meet these requirements or the Company's ability to obtain an export license on the applicant's behalf.

• Minimum of a Associate's degree or equivalent and at least one year of related experience and/or equivalent education & experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
• Prior experience working with an ERP/MRP system is preferred
• Metallurgical knowledge of alloy families including, Copper base alloys, Aluminum base alloys, Iron base alloys, Titanium base alloys, Superalloys and Specialty steels is preferred
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Position is required to be on-site, occasional work from home with supervisor approval is available
• Supports and demonstrates the Company's core values

Working Conditions:

This position is designed to work full-time. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40hours per week). Occasional flexibility to work evenings or weekends may be required as job responsibilities demand. After hours and/or weekend work may be performed remotely if the capability exists. There could be travel at times as needed. This position operates in an office/Laboratory environment during work hours but may be expanded to assist and support employees in the entire laboratory and at times in other departments within the Weldaloy Specialty Forgings Co. At times, it is also necessary to be working as remote too and there will be occasional exposure to production equipment and machinery. The employee will manage multiple priorities daily and may be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of employees, customers, and outside agencies. Adheres to all safety policies when present on the Company's manufacturing campus. All required personal protective equipment is provided.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will spend most of his/her time sitting using computers, Chemical analysis equipment, Mechanical testing equipment, Metallographic equipment, and standard office equipment such as phones, photocopiers, and fax machines. Occasional moving and/or lifting of 50 pounds, stooping, bending, and reaching with hands and arms. While performing these job duties, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear.

Weldaloy Products Company provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, height, weight or arrest record in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.