Tech I - Quality Chem Lab

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter's high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter's wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

Position Title: Technician - Quality Chemical Lab

Job Summary:

The Technician - Quality Chemical Lab is responsible for performing a variety of routine laboratory and sample preparation tasks to support quality and chemical analysis operations. This entry-level role focuses on the preparation, inspection, identification, and handling of steel, alloy, and slag specimens using standard laboratory equipment and procedures. The technician ensures samples meet quality standards, are accurately logged into the laboratory management system, and are retained or discarded in accordance with established operating procedures. The position also includes performing routine preventive maintenance on sample preparation equipment and supporting continuous laboratory operations in a production-oriented environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform diversified range of standard tasks related to the preparation of steel, alloy, and slag specimens

• Inspect test specimens for acceptable quality criteria, rejecting poor quality test specimens, and requesting replacement samples from internal customers as required. Prepare test specimens for analysis using various equipment. This equipment includes abrasive saws, disk and belt sanders, horizontal grinder, and drill presses.

• Perform prescribed routine preventative maintenance checks as scheduled and adjustments as required on various sample preparation machinery and auxiliary equipment. This includes sludge removal, dust collection system cleaning, sharpening drill bits and replacement of broken or worn abrasives.

• Register new test specimens into the electronic laboratory management system.

• Properly identify samples and retain or discard these samples according to standard operating procedure.

• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Additional Requirements:

• High School Diploma Required. Associate degree in chemistry or two years in a physical science curriculum preferred.

• Entry level position with training. Candidates are expected to fully qualify for this position within six months.

• Experience developing knowledge and skills in best practices.

• Experience applying basic technical skills and knowledge to complete assigned work.

• Applicable knowledge of chemical lab testing procedures as demonstrated through the training process.

• Ability to solve routine problems by using standard procedures and/or processes.

• Customer focus and responds to standard requests from internal or external customers.

• Manges own time to meet deadlines through guidance of others.

• Ability to work with others within own area or department to achieve team goals.

• Ability to work in a production-oriented environment.

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs.

• Mechanical skills to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.