Materials Processing Technician

Local candidate are preferred for this position.

Interview Process: Initial teams meeting with manager then onsite interview if local. *Ultimate goal is eventual conversion but there is no timeframe or guarantee of this*

Lifting Requirement: 25 LBS MAX

Required Education and Experience:
2 year (AAS) technical degree
3 years machining experience: fabrication cutting and surface-finishing equipment
*This group is responsible for slicing dicing and polishing metal ceramics and glass imaging and then documentation. The machines are located in a lab. Manager might be willing to consider less than 3 years experience if the candidate has the right kind of experience.

Scope of Position:
Support for a collaborative lab team that partners closely with engineering to turn ideas into real results. Youll primarily support lab testing by preparing high-quality samples for evaluation-cutting and performing metallographic preparation (mounting/grinding/polishing as applicable) and capturing micrographs using standard methods. This role is hands-on detail-driven work with strong safety practices and a steady focus on documentation and turnaround time.

Day to Day Responsibilities:
Prepare samples for analysis by performing crushing cutting and/or sectioning using approved equipment and methods.
Perform sample preparation steps as required (mounting grinding polishing cleaning/etching as applicable) to meet quality standards for imaging and evaluation.
Document work clearly (sample IDs preparation parameters observations and any deviations) through internal work request system and reports through Microsoft Office applications.
Coordinate with engineers/technicians on priorities turnaround expectations and any sample constraints or special handling needs.
Maintain a clean and safe work area follow PPE and chemical handling requirements and support waste disposal practices.
Support continuous improvement by identifying recurring prep issues (rework defects delays) and proposing practical fixes.

Required Skills:
3 years machining experience: fabrication cutting and surface-finishing equipment
Quality mindset and attention to detail (recognizing defects avoiding contamination repeatability)
Safe work practices (PPE chemical handling awareness housekeeping/5S)
Time management and prioritization skills to meet turnaround needs
Communication and teamwork skills (clarifying requirements with engineers/technicians)
Ability to lift 25 lbs

Desired Skills:
Sample cutting/sectioning using lab saws and fixtures
Grinding and polishing to achieve required surface finish
Basic equipment care skills (routine cleaning consumable changes escalating equipment issues)
Documentation skills (recording parameters results deviations; clear file naming/archiving)