Primary Location: 2635 E. Magnolia Street, Phoenix, AZ Hours: 2nd shift During training in Roosevelt (3-4 weeks), Mon to Fri 4am to 4pm After training in Magnolia Sun to Wed 4pm – 4 am, OT as needed. DESCRIPTION: The Metallography Lab Tech is a hands-on position which works under the supervision of a Metallography Lab Supervisor to effectively deliver high-quality metallography analysis and is responsible for the day-to-day lab operation and will learn and deploy lab protocols to support coating production needs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: • Perform visual documentation of various incoming samples. • Perform and acquire accurate physical measurements using micrometer, calipers, and stereo microscopes. • Operate band saws/abrasive/precision saws to section samples, mounting press and vacuum impregnation of samples required for metallography. • Prepare metallurgical sample for microscopic evaluation as per specifications/protocols. Samples include thermal spray coated, bare aluminum, anodized aluminum, and other monolithic materials. • Ability to learn and perform material hardness testing as required by the engineer. • Ability to learn and possess knowledge of various ASTM and ISO requirements and safe operating procedures related to various lab metallography operations. • Maintaining consumables for various metallurgical evaluation needs. • Per engineering protocols, deliver appropriate micrographic/metallographic results to the engineers/team leads. • Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: • Trade school or an associate degree in Technology is preferred • Possess mechanical and electrical aptitude • Ability to problem solve • Ability to pay close attention to details of various processes • Ability to perform daily tasks with little or no supervision • Experience working with laboratory test equipment including metallographic evaluations, failure analysis, electrical testing, and non-destructive evaluation is beneficial • Experience with plasma spray equipment and ABB robots is beneficial • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. • Excellent communication and teamwork skills • Computer proficiency (Excel, Word) Sunday thru Wednesday 4pm to 4am after training. Training will be Monday-Friday 4am -4pm. Training takes 3-4 weeks to complete. Training will be conducted between our Roosevelt and Magnolia sites.