Metallurgical Technician
12 hours ago
Wolverhampton
Job Title - Metallurgical Lab Technician - 37030766 Location: Wolverhampton 6 month contract Number of Positions: 7 Duties: • Use metallurgical & mechanical preparation and test equipment to assess components according to standard test processes, as required by engineering specifications or drawings., • Carry out routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery and Frame Assembly., • Perform teardowns of stators and frames, using destructive equipment, e.g. Bandsaws., • Perform visual weld inspection testing and ultrasonic testing of spot welds., • Use optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets and porosity content., • Perform radiographic analysis of components., • Support investigation of product quality issues with cross functional teams., • Ensure internal and external audit compliance to standards including IATF 16949 and ISO 14001., • Compliance to Health and Safety procedures by ensuring all safety metrics are achieved, including identifying safety hazards and risks and supporting implementation of corrective action., • Adhere to local working documents and lab practices, e.g. 5S, Local Work Instructions, Autonomous Maintenance Tasks, Risk & COSHH assessments., • Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested . Skills: Essential • Experienced in using preparation equipment (e.g. bandsaws, abrasive cutters, grinding, polishing, etching)., • Previous experience incorporating knowledge and practical operation of materials testing equipment (optical microscopes, hardness, tensile, composition, cleanliness, FTIR, OES, DSC, RFU. Etc)., • Metallurgical knowledge of steel and aluminium, and experience in applying this know-how., • Able to interpret Engineering drawings and Specifications., • Computer skills – experienced using Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Desirable • Previous experience in interpreting X-Rays and CT scans., • A working knowledge of welding (MIG/TIG/CMT)., • CSWIP weld inspection experience., • Use of ultrasonic equipment/PAUT for spot weld measurement. Education: Required: • Ultrasonic/PAUT level 2 qualified, • CSWIP Visual Weld Inspector qualified Additional Information: 39hr working week. Mon - Fri, over alternating 2 shifts. Early shift 06:00 - 14:00 (M-T), 06:00 - 13:00 (F). Late shift 14:00 - 22:00 (M-T), 13:00 - 20:00 (F).