Quality Technician II, Metallurgical; 2nd Shift

Quality Technician II, Metallurgical (2nd Shift) Job Information

• Location:
  
  Carson, CA, United States (On-site)
• Schedule:
  
  Full time (2nd Shift)

• Perform metallurgical and/or mechanical testing on manufactured products.
• Handle complex testing of manufactured products due to a broad understanding of test systems and/or metallurgy.
• Demonstrate successful completion of training qualifications and examinations for NADCAP accreditation.
• Perform complex or unusual tests for metallurgical evaluation, using instrumentation and control systems (static and dynamic strain measurement, temperature control and measurement, atmospheric effects, hardness machine, load cells, tensile, x-ray plating, hydrogen detector, fatigue, stress rupture, etc.).
• Troubleshoot faulty equipment and investigate suspect test data (e.g., hardness and tensile strength correlation studies).
• Perform all types of mechanical testing, including calculating, conducting, and reporting test results; perform special testing procedures and programs as required; investigate and verify customer returns.
• Recommend improvements to equipment and test techniques to the Lab Supervisor.
• Conduct quarterly test fixture inventory and prepare orders for new or replacement tooling as necessary.
• Provide technical guidance for laboratory technicians less familiar with equipment and procedures.
• Test samples of manufactured products to verify conformity to specifications.
• Record test results on standardized forms and write test reports describing procedures used.
• Calibrate and maintain all metallurgical/test equipment in the test lab.
• Assist with audit preparations if required.

Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Salary range: $24.00 to $29.50 per hour.

• Prior laboratory experience in mechanical and/or metallurgical testing or laboratory training related to mechanical and metallurgical testing.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; verification required a sponsorship not available.
• Subject to ITAR, requires U.S. person status.

• 2 years of lab related testing experience.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Howmet is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other legally protected characteristics.