Technician Iii - Reading, United States - Carpenter Technology

Carpenter Technology

Verified Company

Reading, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Position Title:
Technician III - Met Lab S00287

Career Ladder/

Salary Grade: 13 Nonexempt

Reports To:
Various

Location:
Various

Department:
Met Lab

Principal Purpose of

Position:

Prepares samples for analysis/examination and carries out a diversified range of complex metallurgical services. Has thorough knowledge of specific testing area and can complete all testing with no supervision. Perform various mechanical tests on specialized equipment, such as hardness testing, tension, tensile, resistivity etc. Perform various metallographic and magnetic tests using etchants, polishing equipment and specialized metallographic equipment. Collect and record test data obtained during the evaluation. Makes recommendation to supervision based on recorded test data.

Also responsible for tasks related to directing, training and coordinating the day-to-day activities of the Met Lab within the specific testing area.

Developing knowledge of testing procedures in other areas and may be able to complete testing in these areas.

Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

This position can be located in any of the following areas: Mechanical Testing, Preparation, Metallographic Testing, Magnetics Testing, or Heat Treating.

General Profile
Has developed specialized knowledge and skills in own department or area. Completes work assignments independently or with mínimal supervision/guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May coordinate activities of others.

Safety and Citizenship
Ensures a safe workplace.

Promotes ways to improve the quality of life and protect the environment in the communities in which the Company does business.

Education and Training
High school diploma required.

Experience
Three or more years of relevant experience.

Technical Expertise
Has developed specialized knowledge and skills in own department or area; is fully proficient. Applies knowledge/skills to a range of activities, acts as a technical resource to others in own department or area.

Other
Specialized knowledge of metallurgical principles, standards, methods and practices.

Specialized knowledge of metallurgical/laboratory equipment.

Problem Solving
Solves moderately complex problems; makes recommendations to improve standard procedures and/or processes.

Customer Response
Anticipates and understands customer needs and identifies solutions to nonstandard requests.

Planning and Organizing
Manages own time to meet objectives and is proactive in offering help to others.

Teamwork
Contributes to achievement of team goals within own area or department; promotes teamwork through understanding of broader team goals.

Other
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions.

Ability to perform assignments of a broader, wider range and work of a more complex nature.

Ability to operate advanced metallurgical/laboratory equipment.

Ability to work in a production-oriented environment.

Ability to work with mínimal supervision.

Verbal and written communication skills.

Problem solving skills.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation's policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.