Metallographer I at Oerlikon Metco US Inc. in Westbury, New York

Job Description:

Metallographer I

We are looking for a Metallographer I for our Westbury NY facility. In this role you will support Materials R&D, Application Development (CSC), Equipment Production, as well as multiple plants (Westbury, Troy, Plymouth) for Materials Production. Metallurgical/metallographic analysis is required for product quality release, FAI inspections, customer complaints, product research, and customer-oriented application development. A person in this role conducts a wide array of testing to ensure that materials meet specifications for product release. Coatings, powders, and equipment components are tested for mechanical, structural, and other performative properties.

Your Responsibilities:

• Metallographer I performs metallographic / metallurgical evaluation of thermal spray coatings, powders, and equipment components for production quality and R&D purposes. They must operate independently under general supervision by the Lab Supervisor.
• Must work in Metallurgical laboratory environment and be fully capable of all standard aspects of metallographic analysis including but not limited to: Metallographic preparation, Rockwell hardness testing, Vickers hardness testing, surface profilometry/roughness testing, coating adhesion strength testing, Optical microscopy, SEM and EDS microscopy, phase analysis, etching, and more.
• Thermal Spray operation may also be assigned where necessary.
• Must maintain all safety, productivity, and quality requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring the proper and safe use of equipment within the laboratory at all times.
• Must be able to identify and take corrective steps to prevent an unsafe working environment within the laboratory.
• Manage workflow through the laboratory.
• Must communicate well with colleagues to plan for best workflow and ensure that time commitments are met.
• Perform routine maintenance on test equipment and laboratory environment
• Responsible for maintaining 5S in metallography laboratory
• Perform standard testing in accordance with established internal procedures that meet ASTM standards and NADCAP requirements.
• Conduct analysis of thermal spray coatings, powders, and equipment components on behalf of production QA and R&D departments
• Document thorough testing reports for internal stakeholders. Ensure compliance with all quality assurance standards and documentation procedures.
• Interpret testing data and provide feedback to engineers and other stakeholders where applicable.

Your Profile:

• High school diploma or equivalent GED required.
• Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in related discipline preferred.
• Knowledge of thermal spray process is a preferred.
• Prior laboratory experience is preferred.
• Must be able to follow a variety of work instructions.
• Understanding of standard laboratory safety procedures in the handling of dangerous chemicals and materials.
• Capable of using standard laboratory equipment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office computer software (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access).
• Must be able to operate advanced software from variety of different instruments for testing and/or databasing.
• Must have good organizational skills and be able to multi-task.
• Must have good communication skills.

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Why Oerlikon:

At Oerlikon, you can pursue your passion for developing solutions that reduce energy and resource consumption, protect the environment and still enable superior product performance. At the same time, you'll be in the vanguard of game-changers like digitalization and industrial 3D printing/additive manufacturing.

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Are you curious? Then release your passion to succeed and APPLY to discover how you can help us build a better world and realize how you can make a personal difference by joining our global team! Our commitment is your success!

For individuals assigned, hired to work or working remotely in/out of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Nevada, Washington State, or New York City, Oerlikon is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position, which is $54,180 - $69,660 per year. Some positions within Oerlikon may also offer eligibility to participate in a discretionary incentive program. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for the role will be based on a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, internal equity, job location, work experience, education, training, certifications, licenses, etc. Therefore, as compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each individual, it is likely that not all applicants will be hired at the highest end of the listed compensation range. Our total compensation package goes beyond base compensation and it will include a competitive benefits package starting with 2 weeks paid time off accrued on a monthly basis, 12 holidays, 48 hours personal/sick time (exception for NY where we follow State law,) medical, dental, vision, 401K, holidays, pet insurance and tuition reimbursement all effective day one of hire.

Agencies:

Oerlikon only accepts agency resumes for positions that have been explicitly approved by HR for third-party support. We work exclusively with our approved vendors who have agreed to Oerlikon's terms and conditions and have an executed contract in place. Any resumes or profiles submitted to Oerlikon employees for roles not approved and requested by HR will be considered unsolicited, and Oerlikon will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

About us

Oerlikon is a global innovation powerhouse for surface engineering, polymer processing and additive manufacturing in key industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, tooling and textiles. We serve as a key partner in enabling our customers to reach their targets for optimizing the performance, function and sustainability of their products and manufacturing processes. Our solutions reduce emissions in transportation, maximize longevity and performance of tools, increase energy efficiency and advance intelligent material and sustainable polymer processing. These achievements are proven hallmarks of our global leadership.

Oerlikon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here Know Your Rights.

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Oerlikon will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Agencies:

Oerlikon only accepts agency resumes for positions that have been explicitly approved by HR for third-party support. We work exclusively with our approved vendors who have agreed to Oerlikon's terms and conditions and have an executed contract in place. Any resumes or profiles submitted to Oerlikon employees for roles not approved and requested by HR will be considered unsolicited, and Oerlikon will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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