Metallurgical Lab Tech III- Swing shift (10:00am-6:30pm)

Metallurgical Lab Tech III- Swing shift (10:00am-6:30pm)

Company: Allfast Fastening Systems LLC

Primary Location: 15200 Don Julian Road, City of Industry, CA 91745 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Hourly | Full-Time

Function: Quality

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY:
The Metallurgical Laboratory
Technician III is responsible for performing testing of setup, in-process,
receiving, and final products using metallurgical laboratory equipment,
precision measuring tools and gages. Ensuring all inspection and test equipment
are within calibration prior to use. Lastly, this role will be critical in
supporting the quality needs of the business. In matters concerning operations,
the Metallurgical Laboratory Technician III adheres to the policies,
procedures, and work instructions that support Allfast Fastening System's
AS9100 Quality Management System and NADCAP Accreditations.

Essential Duties and
Responsibilities:
Demonstrate proficiency as a Metallurgical Laboratory Technician II.
Read, interpret and execute applicable procedures, specifications, work instructions, etc.
Ensure that all test equipment and materials are maintained in good working condition and that calibration is current for items requiring calibration prior to use.
Ensuring all safety and/or personal protective equipment are being followed.
Perform Preventive Maintenance as assigned and document results of all required equipment checks and reporting of any nonconforming conditions to the department leadership.

Perform setup and in-process dimensional examinations in accordance with defined requirements / parameters and documenting the test results on the appropriate record (upon completion of training).
Prepare metallographic samples using lathe, cutters, and/or grinders per laboratory procedures (sectioning, mounting, grinding/polishing, etching).
Prepare and maintain etchants used in metallographic evaluations.

Evaluate and document setup and in-process metallographic mounts.
Support audits (Internal & External) as determined by the Quality Manager.
Participate in Internal Round Robin and perform Proficiency Tests.
Assist with tracking of consumable supplies inventory critical to Quality function including lab supplies, inspection supplies and identify opportunities related to potential cost-reduction.
Maintain a working knowledge of internal Quality and lab procedural requirements as they apply to inspection, testing, manufacturing operations, NADCAP and AS9100.
Properly store and maintain quality records and retained laboratory samples in accordance with established procedures.
Understand, adhere, and demonstrate to the company's commitment to quality and safety.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned by department leadership.
Must be able to work weekends and extended hours at Month and Quarter End, as needed.
Perform Rockwell and Microhardness testing on in-process and finished product.
Perform anodize seal testing.
Perform mechanical testing (shear, tensile, driveability) of raw materials, in-process and finished product.
Evaluate and interpret metallurgical mounts for final inspection and testing.
Perform product chemistry and chemical analysis testing of raw materials using X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF)
Support Material Review Board activities as it pertains to validating/invalidating suspected nonconformances.
Perform advanced micro examination of raw material and finished product including HTO, EM, IGC, grain size, grain flow, grain growth, carburization and decarburization, plating thickness.
Evaluate and interpret results of salt spray test samples.
Perform mechanical and metallurgical testing of raw materials.
Perform anodic coating weight production control testing.
Train, oversee, and review evaluations of Metallurgical Laboratory Technicians I & II Trainees.
Support department leadership in assigning and scheduling of daily work activities within the laboratory.
Review laboratory request forms and laboratory requisitions.
Assist department leadership with maintaining GEMBA reporting.

Qualifications

COMPETENCIES:
To perform this
job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Language Skills:
Ability to read and interpret
documents such as work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance
instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports.

Mathematical Skills:
Ability to add,
subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers,
common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Abilities:
Ability to apply common sense
understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram
form. Ability to perform complex duties
where a high level of independent judgment and action is required.

Blueprint Reading:
Ability to read and interpret
blueprints.

Other Qualifications:
Demonstrate proficiency as a Metallurgical Laboratory
Technician II.

Skilled in the set up and use of metallurgical
equipment and precision measuring equipment in Material Test Laboratory,
including maintenance, repairs and calibration activities. Equipment includes cut-off
saw, bench lathe, automatic grinders and polishers, metallurgical micro and
macro scopes, Rockwell hardness testers, micro-hardness tester, and plating
thickness machine. Precision measuring
instruments include micrometers, calipers, pH meters, and analytical balance.

Proven ability to perform mechanical and physical
testing on product, such as conductivity testing, drivability testing, shear
testing, tensile testing.

Ability to read and understand
a manufacturing work order sequence of operations.

Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must
be computer literate and be familiar with Spreadsheet software and Word
Processing software.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
High school
diploma or general education degree (GED). Higher level degree
(Associates/Bachelor's) preferred.

Minimum of five
(5) years of experience in Quality within a manufacturing organization. Experience in aerospace fastener industry
preferred.

Minimum Seven (7)
years of mechanical/metallurgical/metallographic laboratory testing experience (preferably
in an aerospace fastener manufacturing environment).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee
is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk
or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and
arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move
up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally
lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color
vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the expected pay range for this position is $27.64 - $32.00.

Compensation can vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, competencies, and geographic location. Some roles may qualify for extra incentives like equity, commissions, or other variable performance-related bonuses. Further details will be provided by our recruiting team during the interview process.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.

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