Metallurgical Lab Tech I- 2nd shift 1:30pm-10:00pm

Metallurgical Lab Tech I- 2nd shift 1:30pm-10:00pm

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
The Metallurgical Laboratory Technician I is responsible for performing testing of setup and in-process parts 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 I adheres to the policies, procedures, and work instructions that support Allfast Fastening System’s AS9100 Quality Management System and NADCAP Accreditations.

Qualifications

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
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.






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:
Skilled in the set up and use of metallurgical equipment such as cut-off saw, bench lathe, automatic grinders and polishers, basic metallography skills using metallurgical micro and macro scopes., micro-hardness tester, and plating thickness machine.  Ability to use precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers and calipers.

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).

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Quality within a manufacturing organization.

Zero to Three (0-3) years mechanical/metallurgical/metallographic laboratory experience (preferably in an aerospace fastener manufacturing environment