Materials Technician – Sample Preparation and Imaging

Iconma

Corning, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18.54–$20.52 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Continuous Improvement, Crushing, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Grinding, Health Plan, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Machining, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Polishing, Quality Metrics, Safety/Work Safety, Team Player, Time Management, Waste Disposal
LOCATION
Corning, NY
POSTED
3 days ago
Our Client, a Business Manufacturing and Supply company, is looking for a Materials Technician – Sample Preparation and Imaging for their Corning, NY location.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Prepare samples for analysis by performing crushing, cutting, and/or sectioning using approved equipment and methods.
  • Perform sample preparation steps as required (mounting, grinding, polishing, cleaning/etching as applicable) to meet quality standards for imaging and evaluation.
  • Document work clearly (sample IDs, preparation parameters, observations, and any deviations) through internal work request system and reports through Microsoft Office applications.
  • Coordinate with engineers/technicians on priorities, turnaround expectations, and any sample constraints or special handling needs.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area, follow PPE and chemical handling requirements, and support waste disposal practices.
  • Support continuous improvement by identifying recurring prep issues (rework, defects, delays) and proposing practical fixes.
 
Requirements:
  • 3+ years machining experience: fabrication, cutting, and surface-finishing equipment
  • Quality mindset and attention to detail (recognizing defects, avoiding contamination, repeatability)
  • Safe work practices (PPE, chemical handling awareness, housekeeping/5S)
  • Time management and prioritization skills to meet turnaround needs
  • Communication and teamwork skills (clarifying requirements with engineers/technicians)
  • Sample cutting/sectioning using lab saws and fixtures
  • Grinding and polishing to achieve required surface finish
  • Basic equipment care skills (routine cleaning, consumable changes, escalating equipment issues)
  • Documentation skills (recording parameters, results, deviations; clear file naming/archiving)
 
Why Should You Apply?  
ICONMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

About the Company

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Iconma

ICONMA is a global information consulting management firm providing Professional Staffing Services and Project-Based Solutions for organizations in a broad range of industries.

  • Corporate Headquarters in Troy, Michigan; 20+ locations worldwide.
  • Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE); certified by Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC); and California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
  • Founded in 2000
  • 2000+ Employees

The company was founded on the principle that success is derived from delivering high quality service and resources in the most responsive, flexible, and innovative way. ICONMA invests in people and resources with a single goal: To provide our customers with the highest quality service in the most responsive manner. Through its network of offices, ICONMA provides the resources to help clients maintain their competitive advantage.

COMPANY SIZE
2,000 to 2,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Management Consulting Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
2000
WEBSITE
https://www.iconma.com/