Technician IV- Met Lab

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.
• Problem solving 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.