Metallurgical Lab Technician - Onsite

Title: Metallurgical Lab Technician - Onsite

Mandatory skills:

laboratory, manufacturing,
metallographic preparation techniques, testing methods,
Microsoft Excel, data entry,
standard operating procedures,
manufacturing floor settings, materials science,
materials testing, analysis operations, performing physical property tests, documenting results,
manual abrasive saw, Mount, sand, polish specimens,
metallurgical laboratory, metallurgical samples, metallurgical analysis, metallurgical micrograph analysis,
Archimedes density measurements, grain size, microstructure evaluation,
hardness testing, document test results, laboratory reports, spreadsheets

Description:

Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Laboratory Technician to support our materials testing and analysis operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing and analyzing metallurgical samples, performing physical property tests, and documenting results to support engineering and process qualification efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

Sample Preparation:
Section (cut) sample parts using a manual abrasive saw.
Mount, sand, and polish specimens for metallurgical analysis.

Testing & Analysis:
Perform Archimedes density measurements.
Conduct metallurgical micrograph analysis, including grain size and microstructure evaluation.
Perform hardness testing using appropriate equipment and standards.

Documentation & Reporting:
Accurately document test results in laboratory reports.
Compile and organize data into spreadsheets or other formats as requested by engineering staff.

Qualifications:
Associate degree or technical certification in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a related field preferred.
1 3 years of experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with metallographic preparation techniques and testing methods.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data entry.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures.
Good communication and organizational skills.

Work Environment:
Laboratory and manufacturing floor settings.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required.
May involve standing for extended periods and handling of small tools and equipment.

Metallurgical laboratory and background in materials science, which is very different. There will be no patient or customer interaction for this position.

VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at for any complaints, comments and suggestions.

Contact Details :

VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008