Met Lab Technician Ii Location : GREENEVILLE, TN, United States Job Family : Engineering Job Type : Regular Posted : Feb 13, 2025 Job ID : 54627 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save JobJob Saved PARKER HANNIFIN Founded in 1917, Parker Hannifin Corporation is a $15 billion, global company. With annual sales of over $15 billion in fiscal year 2022, Parker Hannifin is the world's leading diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, providing precision-engineered solutions for a wide variety of mobile, industrial and aerospace markets. The company has operations in 45 countries around the world. Parker has increased its annual dividends paid to shareholders for 66 consecutive fiscal years, among the top five longest-running dividend-increase records in the S&P 500 index. Parker’s engineering expertise and broad range of core technologies uniquely positions the company to solve some of the world’s greatest engineering challenges. By partnering with customers, Parker improves their productivity and profitability and seeks new ways to solve humanity's biggest challenges. *QUALIFICATIONS, JOB DESCRIPTION, ETC as applicable Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Metallurgical Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will assist in the analysis and testing of metals and alloys, ensuring that materials meet specific standards and specifications. This role involves conducting experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating with engineers and other technical staff to support metallurgical processes and product development. Key Responsibilities + Material Testing: Conduct tests on metals and alloys to determine their physical and chemical properties, including tensile strength, hardness, and corrosion resistance. Runs contamination testing and oil analysis on production equipment. + Sample Preparation: Prepare and polish metal samples for microscopic examination and testing, ensuring adherence to laboratory protocols and safety standards. + Data Analysis: Analyze test results and compile reports detailing findings, including recommendations for improvements or changes in material specifications. + Quality Control: Assist in quality control processes by performing routine inspections and tests on heat treated components, incoming materials and finished products. + Equipment Operation: Trouble shoot furnaces and controls equipment. Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, such as spectrometers, hardness testers, and microscopes, ensuring proper calibration and functionality. + Collaboration: Schedules heat treat production. Work closely with engineers and other technicians to support research and development projects, providing metallurgical expertise and insights. + Documentation: Maintain accurate records of tests, procedures, and results in compliance with industry standards and company policies. + Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations in the laboratory, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel. Qualifications + Education: High School Graduate required. Experience in lab environment and associate’s degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related field preferred. + Schedule: Must be able to work rotating shifts and to work weekends. Previous experience in a metallurgical laboratory or similar environment is highly desirable. + Attention to Detail: Strong analytical skills with the ability to pay close attention to detail in testing and reporting. + Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey technical information and collaborate with team members. + Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot equipment and processes as needed. + Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while also being able to work independently. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)