Materials Lab Technician

Superior Metals Manufacturing is currently looking for a Materials Lab Technician to join our team!

If you’re looking to join a company positioned for strong growth - with real opportunities to advance - Superior Metal Manufacturing may be the place for you. We’re proud to offer a competitive compensation package, outstanding benefits, and the chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility alongside a skilled and collaborative team.

Materials Lab Technician:
Pay: $25.09/hr but will be evaluated depending on candidates’ knowledge, skills, and abilities.
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus | 5% Quarterly Bonus | Full Training Provided

Job Summary:
Perform all required duties related to the chemical analysis, tests and investigations on metal samples, alloys, or other process materials for the purpose of product certification, metallurgical control, developing new or improved grades and types of alloys, or production methods. Perform all required duties related to the prep of samples for chemical analysis and other tests.

Essential Job Functions/Duties:

• Operation of all lab instrumentation.
• Ability to produce product certifications and perform alloy identification of samples using the lab equipment.
• Ability to recognize results that fall outside of allowable specification ranges.
• Ability to trouble shoot and identify cause(s) of equipment malfunctions, with the ability to repair such malfunctions when possible.
• Aids in managing/maintaining all data, forms, reports, testing, and communications, as directed by the appropriate work instruction.
• Aids in creation of and maintenance of procedures that meet the requirements of NADCAP, AS9100, ISO17025, and all other required OEM accreditations.
• Maintains test samples and record keeping for all master heats of alloy.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, customer specifications, industry standards, quality control documents and work instructions.
• Participate and perform round robin testing both internal and external.
• Properly maintain the testing equipment used in the lab.
• Perform report-writing duties for issuing to customers for work performed in the Materials lab (Alloy qualifications, etc.)
• Responsible for adherence to all safety policies, practices and procedures.
• Ability to work hours in addition to the regular work week, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Attendance/Reliability
• Ability to work at the Chittenango facility
• Various other duties as assigned by Supervision

Qualifications:

• Education: A minimum of a high school diploma with a good mathematical and chemical background. AS in Material Science or Chemistry preferred.
• Experience: Familiarity with the casting industry and related materials lab processes/equipment desirable.

Other Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of Managers, clients, and customers.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Computer Skills: Knowledge of and ability to use Database software; Internet software; Manufacturing software; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Why Join Us?

Innovative Environment: Work in a state-of-the-art melt shop.
Growth Opportunities: Be part of a company that values continuous improvement and offers career development opportunities.
Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vison insurance, retirement plans, bonuses and more.

About Us: 
Superior Metals Manufacturing (SMM) is a Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) company. SMM at CPP is a part of an industry-leading manufacturer of highly engineered components and sub-assemblies, supplying the commercial aerospace, military and industrial markets with small-to-large “function critical” products. CPP provides its customers with a “total solution” source, taking them from concept to finished product with one of the broadest and most diverse product offerings in the industry. More information about our company can be found at:

Sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent and consistent basis without company sponsorship now and in the future.

This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

It is the policy of CPP Corporation to cooperate to the fullest extent with the applicable regulations of the Civil Rights Act and any legislation on Equal Employment Opportunity. CPP Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes employees in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or other legally protected status.
 
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