Kennametal · 1 month ago
Materials Science Engineering Technician
Latrobe, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
3+ years expKennametal Inc. is an industrial technology leader specializing in materials science and tooling solutions. They are seeking a lab technician to support R&D for new product and process development in cemented carbide materials, involving hands-on operation of industrial sintering furnaces and collaboration with research and manufacturing teams.
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Responsibilities
Support product development, process development, quality, manufacturing and EHS through the development and production of cemented carbide powders for a wide variety of product platforms
Support hardmetal blank production through active preventive maintenance and operation of sintering furnaces and auxiliary equipment
Perform powder characterization testing to ensure that product conforms to metallurgical specifications
Document and share test results with the team
Strictly adhere to standard procedures developed at the Technology Center
Communicate with technical staff to resolve questions around job submissions as needed
Cross-train on other process areas within the department, including extrusion, and injection molding to provide support for changes in manufacturing workload
Must be able to lift and position moderate-weight equipment
Qualification
Required
Good attention to detail
Effective verbal communication and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
Desire to join an extended team of research and manufacturing colleagues in a fast-paced environment
Support product development, process development, quality, manufacturing and EHS through the development and production of cemented carbide powders for a wide variety of product platforms
Support hardmetal blank production through active preventive maintenance and operation of sintering furnaces and auxiliary equipment
Perform powder characterization testing to ensure that product conforms to metallurgical specifications
Document and share test results with the team
Strictly adhere to standard procedures developed at the Technology Center
Communicate with technical staff to resolve questions around job submissions as needed
Cross-train on other process areas within the department, including extrusion, and injection molding to provide support for changes in manufacturing workload
Must be able to lift and position moderate-weight equipment
Strong troubleshooting skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work independently or in a team environment
Excellent verbal communication skills
Proactive approach for safety and continuous improvement
Focus on exceptional customer experience
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Knowledge of ceramic or metal powder processing techniques, including pressing and sintering
Preferred
Associate degree or bachelor's degree in a technical field is preferred
Practical experience with industrial furnaces is desired, preferably in the powdered metals industry
Knowledge of industrial control systems, vacuum pump technology, and Human Machine Interface programming
Company
Kennametal
Kennametal delivers productivity to customers seeking peak performance in demanding environments by providing innovative custom.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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unknown2015-02-27Post Ipo Equity
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Patrick S. Watson
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Judith Bacchus
Vice President and Chief Human Resources and Corporate Relations Officer
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