Description
Position Overview
Finish Line Staffing Services is seeking a detail-oriented Metallurgical Quality Technician to support an innovative manufacturing company specializing in precision metal castings and advanced digital manufacturing technologies.
This position will be responsible for preparing and analyzing metal samples, performing metallurgical testing, and inspecting in-process and finished components to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer specifications. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing, metallurgy, materials testing, or quality inspection and will work closely with engineering and quality teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare metal casting samples for metallographic examination and analysis.
- Perform microscopic inspections to evaluate microstructural features and identify material defects.
- Conduct tensile testing of machined metal samples in accordance with established procedures.
- Perform Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (Gage R&R) studies and Measurement System Analyses (MSA).
- Conduct dimensional inspections using 3D optical scanners and traditional metrology equipment.
- Evaluate test results against customer requirements, internal quality standards, and applicable specifications.
- Document inspection findings, test results, and quality-related observations.
- Collaborate with metallurgical, engineering, and quality teams to identify opportunities for process improvements.
- Support additional quality assurance, inspection, and metallurgical testing activities as needed.
- Maintain a safe, organized work environment while following established procedures and quality standards.
Qualifications
- Background in metallurgy, materials science, quality engineering, mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.
- Previous experience in a foundry, machine shop, metallurgical laboratory, quality department, or manufacturing environment preferred.
- Familiarity with basic metallurgy, metal casting processes, and materials testing techniques is a plus.
- Ability to operate measuring, testing, and inspection equipment.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects and inconsistencies.
- Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical procedures and written work instructions.
- Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment, such as ISO, AS9100, or FDA GMP, preferred.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S and single-piece flow, is a plus.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Must meet applicable ITAR-related eligibility requirements. U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required for this position.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k).
- Unlimited PTO, sick time, and 11 paid holidays annually.
- Stock options.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing technologies in a collaborative environment.
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