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Lab experience, TA experience, or research experience from college preferred. Work Environment The work environment is a team setting with 50% of the time spent in a lab and 50% at a desk (laptop ...

Lab experience, TA experience, or research experience from college preferred. Work Environment The work environment is a team setting with 50% of the time spent in a lab and 50% at a desk (laptop ...

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Founded to commercialize Department of Energy-funded research, we completed our Series A funding ... team as a Junior/Associate Lab Technician. In this role, you will be instrumental in the ...

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Junior Lab Technician - Metallography - Research Center

Junior Lab Technician - Metallography - Research Center

Howmet Aerospace

Whitehall, MI

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago


Howmet Aerospace rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 158 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 60 rated aerospace companies


Job description

This off-shift position will be located in our Research and Development Operation. Key responsibilities will include:

  • Prepare samples of metallographic specimens.
  • Examine the prepared mounts for Customer Monthly Audits, Customer Process Approvals, and Anomaly Characterization.
  • Write reports of metallographic characterization.

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of two years of work experience; or 6 months continuous manufacturing experience.
  • ​Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1+ years of lab experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to work in a self-directed or team environment
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Must have a desire to learn and collaborative in a manufacturing environment

Company Description

Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com/joinus

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Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's sales for 2021 approximated $5 billion. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company's differentiated technologies promote more fuel efficiency for aircraft and commercial transportation. Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Industry

Aviation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Pittsburgh, PA, US

Year founded

1888