Lead Technician - Quality Chemical Lab

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt-based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels, and tool steels. Carpenter's high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are integral to critical applications in aerospace, transportation, medical, energy, and other markets. Building on its legacy of innovation, Carpenter's wrought and powder technology capabilities support next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

Lead Technician - Quality Chemical Lab

Position Description:

• Inspecting test specimens for quality and requesting replacements when necessary. Preparing specimens using abrasive saws, sanders, grinders, and drill presses.

• Performing routine and corrective maintenance on sample preparation machinery and auxiliary equipment, including dust collection systems and sludge removal.

• Registering specimens in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and managing sample retention/disposal per SOP.

• Conducting complex chemical analyses using C/S combustion instruments, N/O inert gas fusion instruments, Atomic Emission Spectrometers, and X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometers.

• Maintaining and calibrating laboratory instruments per SOP intervals.

• Reviewing test data and applying corrections based on certified reference materials or statistical methods. Performing standardizations and elemental drift corrections.

• Troubleshooting and performing first-line maintenance on instruments, including relocating equipment in case of failure.

• Leading and coordinating day-to-day activities of the Chemical Lab, including scheduling and shift planning.

• Managing safety protocols, audits, and emergency procedures, including headcounts during evacuations.

• Making staffing decisions to ensure adequate technician coverage, including assigning overtime when necessary. Performing all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Education and/or Training:

• High school diploma required.

• Associate degree in Chemistry or two years in a physical science curriculum preferred.

Relevant Work Experience:

• Minimum five years of relevant laboratory experience.

• Supervisory or team leadership experience is preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Acts as a technical specialist and team leader within the department.

• Thorough understanding of laboratory principles, standards, and quality assurance practices.

• Skilled in maintenance and calibration of all lab instrumentation.

• Capable of restoring lab computer systems and performing AD HOC sample registration.

• Ability to lift and carry items up to 40 lbs.

• Operates computer workstations and lab instruments.

• Works effectively in a production-oriented environment.

• Serves as management representative on off shifts.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation's policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.