The Metallurgist assists in production and quality processes with emphasis in meeting customer deadlines, quality standards, safety improvements, scrap reduction, non-conformities, fewer returns and productivity improvements.  Confers with management, engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities and other considerations to facilitate production processes.  This position will ultimately gain a more thorough understanding of the company’s material and processes that could provide expansion into new markets. Project work including but not limited to: Process development, Equipment evaluation, reduction of micro-porosity, selection of new alloys, etc.

Develop practices to improve safety, quality, efficiency, yield, productivity, and costsDevelop and optimize process and product developmentApplies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potentialWork closely with operations and provide training to operating personnelManage Laboratory technicians in Iron and Sand labs.Manage metallurgical supply inventories and coordinate procurement process.Forecast scrap procurement demand and mix based upon Foundry schedule and communicate with purchasing.Write certifications for customer requirements.

Provide metallurgical assistance to management, quality, engineering, foundry teams, and special projects

Required Skills:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field of workPhD desired

Required Experience:

4+ years progressive work related experience with demonstrated proficiency in the discipline/technology/process related to the position including experience as a team member on project teams in a cross functional environmentIron foundry experienceHeat treatment experienceMachine shop experience

Competencies

Ethics and ValuesDrive for ResultsCustomer FocusOverall Sales Process EffectivenessCustomer Effectiveness & InfluenceProcess Management & CompliancePersonal Development/Continuous Improvement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by law.