Position Summary:

This position exists to perform machining of test pieces as well as hand-on materials testing. Based in our Miamisburg, Ohio headquarters, this position works closely with other Metallurgical Technicians and our Materials Engineers in the Metallurgical department. Candidates must also have the ability to work independently when needed to process multiple jobs simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Follow instructions from materials engineers and/or work orders to execute various sample preparations and follow standard operating procedures.
• Prepare samples for metallographic evaluation by use of abrasive / band saws, mounting presses, and polishing equipment.
• Perform materials laboratory testing and analysis: chemical analysis by Optical Emission Spectrometry/Combustion; mechanical property evaluation; Rockwell, Brinell & Vicker’s, and tensile testing; Charpy impact testing.
• Perform daily routine maintenance on equipment.
• Preserve accurate and legible labeling of results as well as samples and remnants during and after processing work orders.
• Maintain high degree of organization and cleanliness in work areas.
• Adhere to all quality and safety standards.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience:

•  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• CNC experience preferred.
• Experience with abrasive saws and bandsaw a plus.
• Lab experience in metallurgical sample preparation and metallography preferred.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) as well as other organizational/planning tools.

Desired Competencies:

• Strong work ethic.
• Dependable.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team building skills
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to operate basic measuring equipment such as micrometer, calipers, etc.
• Exceptional safety and quality awareness.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures.

Essential Qualifications / Physical Demands / Work Environment:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Interpret drawings/blueprints to determine machining requirements. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Math Ability: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook; and internet browsers and should be capable of learning software connected to various metallographic evaluation equipment.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk/hear as well as occasionally stoop or kneel.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals (under fume hood). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Line of Communication and Accountability:

 This position reports to the Metallurgical Lab Manager.

Position Summary:

This position exists to perform hands-on materials testing and analysis, compile test reports, and evaluate results to ASTM/AMS or customer specifications.  Based in our Miamisburg, Ohio headquarters, this position works closely with other Materials Engineers and technicians in the Metallurgical department. Candidates must also have the ability to work independently when needed to process multiple jobs simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform metallographic evaluations by means of standard sample preparation techniques; such as sectioning, mounting/polishing, chemical/electrochemical etching; and correlating to their material properties.
• Perform materials laboratory testing and analysis including chemical analysis by Optical Emission Spectrometry/combustion, mechanical property evaluation (Rockwell, Brinell, and Vicker’s Microhardness analysis), tensile testing, and Charpy Impact Testing.
• Perform failure evaluation though macroscopic/microscopic examinations and chemical/mechanical material properties.
• Generate work orders and instructions through interpretation of customer provided purchase orders and specifications.
• Compile and analyze test data into formal reports and communicate with customers.
• Work closely with other departments such as NDT, calibrations, training and consulting.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science or Metallurgical Engineering and 3+ years of related experience.
• Lab experience in metallurgical sample preparation & metallography preferred.
• Solid knowledge of metallography, mechanical testing, chemical analysis, and weld testing.
• Failure investigation and scanning electron microscopy experience a plus.
• Exposure to image/analysis software preferred.
• Solid knowledge of material processing.
• Experience with abrasive saws, bandsaw, CNC lathe a plus.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) as well as other organizational/planning tools.

Desired Competencies:

• Strong work ethic.
• Dependable.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team building skills
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Exceptional safety and quality awareness.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures.

Essential Qualifications / Physical Demands / Work Environment:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Math Ability: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook; and internet browsers and should be capable of learning software connected to various metallographic evaluation equipment.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk/hear as well as occasionally stoop or kneel.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals (under fume hood). The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of radiation, which is monitored through radiation safety protocols. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Line of Communication and Accountability:

This position reports to the Metallurgical Lab Manager.

Position Summary:

This position exists to provide non-destructive testing inspections of both amusement ride structures and critical parts on-site at Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio and is a remote post from our Miamisburg, Ohio headquarters.

As a Level II Technician, this position will set up equipment and complete control checks; perform non-destructive tests; evaluate inspection results for acceptance or rejection determinations according to applicable codes, standards, and specifications; and record results. Level II Technicians are thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the method of NDT being used and are responsible for on-the-job training and guidance of assistants and Level I Technicians.

Ride structure inspections require daily work at height in excess of 100 feet. A large portion of work is completed outdoors with exposure to hot and cold weather, and shifts vary from first to third depending on the season. Accurate and timely reporting of inspection results is a critical function of this position.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Set up and perform daily process control checks on nondestructive testing equipment.
• Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using NDT methods of inspection.
• Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations.
• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results.
• Organize and report test results.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by adhering to company and customer safety standards and practices as well as legal regulations. Alert others as appropriate regarding potential hazards or concerns.
• Utilize proper protective equipment.
• Ability to work at and display respect for heights while following all OSHA, site-specific, and company safety procedures.
• Recognize worksite hazards and perform job hazard analysis prior to beginning work. Notify appropriate personnel of any unsafe conditions.
• Inspect and verify integrity of fall protection components before use.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• NDT / NDE Level II certification in magnetic particle and visual inspection methods preferred.
• IRATA / SPRAT certification preferred.
• Additional certifications a plus.

Desired Competencies:

• Strong work ethic.
• Dependable.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Exceptional safety and quality awareness.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of weld types.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to interact with client personnel with an eye toward customer service.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures.
• Willingness and capacity for working at height.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Adaptable to changing schedules and working varying shifts, dependent on the season.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally.

Essential Qualifications / Physical Demands / Work Environment:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Outlook; and internet browsers.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and talk/hear. The employee is regularly required to move, carry, or lift objects in excess of 50 pounds and to climb or work off of ladders, stairs, and man lifts in excess of 100 feet.
• Vision Requirements: This position requires close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships), ability to adjust focus (ability adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus), and ability to see color.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee regularly works in high, precarious places and near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The employee frequently works in low light / poorly lit conditions and is frequently exposed to insects, such as spiders.

Line of Communication and Accountability:

This position reports to the Project Manager.

Because this position is located remotely from our Miamisburg, Ohio headquarters, individual time management skills are essential. Clear and timely communication with the Project Manager is also imperative.

Position Summary:

This position exists to provide non-destructive testing inspections supporting both our lab and field operations based from our Miamisburg, Ohio headquarters. We provide materials testing for the aerospace, defense, amusement, automotive, nuclear, and medical industries and more.

As a Level 2 Technician, this position will set up equipment and complete control checks; perform non-destructive tests; evaluate inspection results for acceptance or rejection determinations according to applicable codes, standards, and specifications; and record results. Level 2 Technicians are thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the method of NDT being used and are responsible for on-the-job training and guidance of trainee and Level 1 Technicians.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Set up and perform daily process control checks on nondestructive testing equipment.
• Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using NDT methods of inspection.
• Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations.
• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results.
• Organize and report test results.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by adhering to company safety standards and practices as well as legal regulations. Alert others as appropriate regarding potential hazards or concerns.
• Utilize proper protective equipment.
• Perform specialized inspections.
• May instruct and monitor others.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified to NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned NDT tasks and interpret inspection results.
• Knowledge of NDT equipment.
• Additional certifications a plus.

Desired Competencies:

• Strong work ethic.
• Dependable.
• Exceptional safety and quality awareness.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures.
• Adaptable to changing schedules.

Essential Qualifications / Physical Demands / Work Environment:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customer or employees of an organization.
• Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Outlook; and internet browsers and should be capable of learning to use our proprietary order processing software.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk/hear as well as regularly move, carry, or lift objects in excess of 50 pounds.  The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, or balance and is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Vision Requirements: This position requires close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), ability to adjust focus (ability adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus), and ability to see color.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet conditions (non-weather) and is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Line of Communication and Accountability:

 This position reports to the NDT Services Manager.

Position Summary:

This position exists to provide non-destructive testing inspections supporting both our lab and field operations based from our Miamisburg, Ohio headquarters. We provide materials testing for the aerospace, defense, amusement, automotive, nuclear, and medical industries and more.

As a Level 2 Technician, this position will set up equipment and complete control checks; perform non-destructive tests; evaluate inspection results for acceptance or rejection determinations according to applicable codes, standards, and specifications; and record results. Level 2 Technicians are thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the method of NDT being used and are responsible for on-the-job training and guidance of trainee and Level 1 Technicians.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Set up and perform daily process control checks on nondestructive testing equipment.
• Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using NDT methods of inspection.
• Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations.
• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results.
• Organize and report test results.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by adhering to company safety standards and practices as well as legal regulations. Alert others as appropriate regarding potential hazards or concerns.
• Utilize proper protective equipment.
• Perform specialized inspections.
• May instruct and monitor others.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified to NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned NDT tasks and interpret inspection results.
• Knowledge of NDT equipment.
• Additional certifications a plus.

Desired Competencies:

• Strong work ethic.
• Dependable.
• Exceptional safety and quality awareness.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures.
• Adaptable to changing schedules.

Essential Qualifications / Physical Demands / Work Environment:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customer or employees of an organization.
• Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Outlook; and internet browsers and should be capable of learning to use our proprietary order processing software.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk/hear as well as regularly move, carry, or lift objects in excess of 50 pounds.  The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, or balance and is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Vision Requirements: This position requires close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), ability to adjust focus (ability adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus), and ability to see color.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet conditions (non-weather) and is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Line of Communication and Accountability:

 This position reports to the NDT Services Manager.

Position Summary:

This position exists to provide non-destructive testing inspections supporting both our lab and field operations based from our Miamisburg, Ohio headquarters. We provide materials testing for the aerospace, defense, amusement, automotive, nuclear, and medical industries and more.

As a Level 2 Technician, this position will set up equipment and complete control checks; perform non-destructive tests; evaluate inspection results for acceptance or rejection determinations according to applicable codes, standards, and specifications; and record results. Level 2 Technicians are thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the method of NDT being used and are responsible for on-the-job training and guidance of trainee and Level 1 Technicians.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Set up and perform daily process control checks on nondestructive testing equipment.
• Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using NDT methods of inspection.
• Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations.
• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results.
• Organize and report test results.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by adhering to company safety standards and practices as well as legal regulations. Alert others as appropriate regarding potential hazards or concerns.
• Utilize proper protective equipment.
• Perform specialized inspections.
• May instruct and monitor others.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified to NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned NDT tasks and interpret inspection results.
• Knowledge of NDT equipment.
• Additional certifications a plus.

Desired Competencies:

• Strong work ethic.
• Dependable.
• Exceptional safety and quality awareness.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures.
• Adaptable to changing schedules.

Essential Qualifications / Physical Demands / Work Environment:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customer or employees of an organization.
• Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Outlook; and internet browsers and should be capable of learning to use our proprietary order processing software.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk/hear as well as regularly move, carry, or lift objects in excess of 50 pounds.  The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, or balance and is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Vision Requirements: This position requires close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), ability to adjust focus (ability adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus), and ability to see color.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet conditions (non-weather) and is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Line of Communication and Accountability:

 This position reports to the NDT Services Manager.

We are always interested in adding great people to our growing team. If your specific skills don’t match a current opening, let us know where you might fit in at American Testing Services. Typical positions within the company include:

• Administrative
• Calibrations
• Metallurgical
• Nondestructive
• Quality
• Sales
• Shipping and Receiving