What are the responsibilities and job description for the Metallurgical Lab Analyst position at Zobility?
seeking an onsite Metallurgical Lab Analyst for its Monroe, NC Additive Manufacturing facility. The role involves conducting comprehensive material testing, with a focus on metallurgical analysis of Additively Manufactured components, powder sample evaluation, and both destructive and non-destructive testing methods. The analyst will manage the day-to-day operations of lab tests, maintenance of equipment, ensure adherence to quality standards and reporting protocols, and validate material properties to meet engineering specifications.
What You Will Do:
• Prepare metallurgical specimens with cutting, mounting, polishing, and etching equipment
• Perform microscopy and metallurgical analysis on samples to assess thickness, density, microstructure, and surface roughness
• Destructively test specimens to determine mechanical properties such as hardness, tensile strength, and fatigue strength
• Prepare and test metal powder samples for chemical composition and physical size, shape, and size distribution
• Collaborate within a cross-functional team between material science, quality, engineering, and planning to support and execute needed tests and documentation
• Operate and maintain all metallurgical lab equipment and support equipment through development of preventative maintenance program
• Coordinate with equipment manufacturers for troubleshooting, maintenance, and calibration of metallurgical lab equipment
• Track and maintain the procurement, receipt, and inventory levels of all consumables required to operate equipment and perform tests
• Track and maintain all waste streams generated by metallurgical lab processes to remain compliant with company, regulatory, and government waste handling requirements
• Follow and maintain all equipment work instructions, test procedures, and standard work within the site's Quality Management System (QMS) with guidance from material science, quality, and engineering functions
• Cross-train in other operations and quality functions within facility to support other roles and departments as needed such as dimensional inspection, powder handling, equipment operation, etc.
• Support and promote compliance to all quality requirements within the QMS and industry regulations, such as AS9100, as pertaining to the role
• Coordinate with engineering, quality, and digital technology teams to establish automated and connected data management systems for collecting, analyzing, and reporting test data
• Interface with and execute instructions within PLM, ERP, & MES systems (Teamcenter, SAP, and Solumina) for production execution, inventory tracking, and scheduling
• Must be willing and able to attend occasional Zoom meeting before or after hours to facilitate global collaboration.
Qualifications You Must Have: • Typically requires an AA/AS degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or a University Degree in a related field or in absence of a degree, 4 years of relevant experience • U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required • 2 years experience in quality or inspection work with a focus on metallurgical laboratory environment • 2 years experience with Microsoft Office applications • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods of time. • Must be able to operate precision equipment – manual dexterity is required for machine setup and adjustment of samples Qualifications We Prefer: • Metal Additive Manufacturing process understanding; hands-on AM experience • Experience with image and/or data documentation and reporting • Metal powder handling and testing experience • Ability to understand and write standard work, policies, and procedures pertaining to laboratory test methods and techniques
