MONROE, NC
| Additive Design and Manufacturing (ADaM) team is seeking an onsite Metallurgical Lab Analyst for its facility in NC Additive Manufacturing facility. The role involves conducting comprehensive material testing, with a focus on metallurgical analysis of Additively Manufactured components, powder sample evaluation, and both destructive and non-destructive testing methods. The analyst will manage the day-to-day operations of lab tests, maintenance of equipment, ensure adherence to quality standards and reporting protocols, and validate material properties to meet engineering specifications. What You Will Do: • Prepare metallurgical specimens with cutting, mounting, polishing, and etching equipment • Perform microscopy and metallurgical analysis on samples to assess thickness, density, microstructure, and surface roughness • Destructively test specimens to determine mechanical properties such as hardness, tensile strength, and fatigue strength • Prepare and test metal powder samples for chemical composition and physical size, shape, and size distribution • Collaborate within a cross-functional team between material science, quality, engineering, and planning to support and execute needed tests and documentation • Operate and maintain all metallurgical lab equipment and support equipment through development of preventative maintenance program • Coordinate with equipment manufacturers for troubleshooting, maintenance, and calibration of metallurgical lab equipment • Track and maintain the procurement, receipt, and inventory levels of all consumables required to operate equipment and perform tests • Track and maintain all waste streams generated by metallurgical lab processes to remain compliant with company, regulatory, and government waste handling requirements • Follow and maintain all equipment work instructions, test procedures, and standard work within the site's Quality Management System (QMS) with guidance from material science, quality, and engineering functions • Cross-train in other operations and quality functions within facility to support other roles and departments as needed such as dimensional inspection, powder handling, equipment operation, etc. • Support and promote compliance to all quality requirements within the QMS and industry regulations, such as AS9100, as pertaining to the role • Coordinate with engineering, quality, and digital technology teams to establish automated and connected data management systems for collecting, analyzing, and reporting test data • Interface with and execute instructions within PLM, ERP, & MES systems (Teamcenter, SAP, and Solumina) for production execution, inventory tracking, and scheduling • Must be willing and able to attend occasional Zoom meeting before or after hours to facilitate global collaboration |
Qualifications You Must Have: • 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. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required • 2+ years experience in quality or inspection work with a focus on metallurgical laboratory environment • 2+ years experience with Microsoft Office applications • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods of time. • Must be able to operate precision equipment – manual dexterity is required for machine setup and adjustment of samples Qualifications We Prefer: • Metal Additive Manufacturing process understanding; hands-on AM experience • Experience with image and/or data documentation and reporting • Metal powder handling and testing experience • Ability to understand and write standard work, policies, and procedures pertaining to laboratory test methods and techniques
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