UT-ENG-3121-Materials-EXP

Apollo Professional Solutions

Monroe, NC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Additive Manufacturing, Analysis Skills, CHN analysis, Calibration, Chemistry, Continuous Improvement, Data Collection, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Elemental Analysis, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Failure Analysis, ICP, Inventory Management, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Techniques, Laboratory Testing, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Manual Dexterity, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Material Fatigue, Material Science, Materials Analysis, Materials Testing, Metal Manufacturing, Metallurgy, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Polishing, Procedure Development, Process Engineering, Product Testing, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Production Support, Production Systems, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Engineering, Requirements Management, Sample/Specimen Processing, Spectroscopy, Test & Measurement Equipment, Test Data, Test Equipment, Test Lab, Test Readiness Review (TRR), Test Requirements, Testing, United States Citizen
LOCATION
Monroe, NC
POSTED
2 days ago
Metallurgical Lab Technician
Monroe, NC
Contract - 1st Shift, 5/40
Pay Rate:  $27.50/Hr.
Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401k

Requirements:  Metallurgical Lab Technician
• Typically requires an AA/AS degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or a University Degree in a related field or in absence of a degree, 4 years of relevant experience
• U.S. Citizenship
• 2+ years experience preparing metallurgical specimens (sectioning, mounting, polishing, etching) or operating related lab equipment
• 2+years experience in metallurgical or material testing, laboratory operations, or quality/inspection work in a metals environment
• Ability to operate precision instruments and measurement tools with strong manual dexterity
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods during testing activities
  Job Summary:  Metallurgical Lab Technician
Our clients Additive Design and Manufacturing (ADaM) team is seeking a Metallurgical Lab Technician for its Monroe, NC Additive Manufacturing facility. In this hands-on, laboratory-focused role, you will perform metallurgical and material verification testing to ensure product and process conformity to defined specifications, customer standards, and controlled procedures. You will execute specimen preparation, perform metallurgical evaluations, maintain test equipment, and ensure accurate, traceable digital data entry within the MES and QMS systems-directly supporting production readiness, quality compliance, and SPQDC performance. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, precision in laboratory practice, familiarity with metal testing methods, and the ability to follow established procedures while supporting continuous improvement of material verification workflows.

What You Will Do:  Metallurgical Lab Technician • Conduct metallurgical and material verification tests per defined specifications and procedures while managing routine instrument care
• Perform precise sample preparation, calibration, and elemental analysis of materials using atomic spectroscopy and gas combustion methodologies
• Prepare, section, mount, polish, and etch specimens for microstructural evaluation
• Evaluate microstructure, hardness, density, tensile, fatigue, and other required material properties using established test methods
• Execute special process validations following controlled work instructions and document results within MES
• Record, organize, and maintain traceable test data, ensuring accuracy and digital completeness
• Maintain calibration readiness and proper operation of metallurgical test and measurement equipment, including but not limited to performing maintenance on the equipment per established procedures at required time and use intervals
• Track and maintain consumable inventories, including chemicals needed for sample preparation and testing
• Coordinate with the Materials Scientist and Quality Engineer on testing requirements, data reviews, and investigations
• Identify, document, and communicate out-of-spec conditions or nonconformances for engineering and quality review
• Support PPAP, MSA, and FAI metallurgical testing requirements for new production builds
• Participate in 5S, safety, and continuous improvement activities within the metallurgical lab
• Support the Process Engineer and Material Scientist with material or failure analysis inputs as needed
• Engage with Operations for sampling support and coordination of material flow
• Support and promote compliance to all quality requirements within the QMS and industry regulations, such as AS9100, as pertaining to the role
• Must be willing and able to attend occasional Zoom meeting before or after hours to facilitate global collaboration
  Preferred Qualifications:  Metallurgical Lab Technician • Hands-on experience in atomic spectroscopy and gas combustion analysis, including sample preparation techniques and instrument-specific software, with a strong chemistry background preferred related to ICP analysis
• Experience with additive manufacturing or metal powder-based production environments
• Familiarity with microstructural evaluation methods, hardness testing, density analysis, or special process validations
• Experience capturing digital test data, documenting results, and working within MES/QMS systems
• Knowledge of metal powder handling, sampling, or testing
• Ability to understand and write standard work instructions, laboratory procedures, or test method documentation
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with an interest in continuous improvement of lab workflows 76804

About the Company

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Apollo Professional Solutions

Apollo Professional Solutions was founded by Gayle A. Williams in 1983 as a technical staffing firm supporting New England aerospace companies. Today, Apollo has grown into a $40 million year company, with 5 regional offices nationwide that offers diversified support to industries that include: defense, military, aeronautical, civil, food & beverage, healthcare, marine, pharmaceutical and scientific industries, as well as local government. We are an equal opportunity employers, that is also certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise by WBENC as well as the State of Massachusetts (SOWMBA Office.)
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
1983
WEBSITE
http://apollopros.com/