Metallurgist

Description

• Involved in all phases of the iron melting, processing, holding and casting operations.
• Take corrective actions as required.
• On all phases of the casting process including mold condition, machine condition, machine set-up, alloy additions and pipe handling.
• Assists in Training on the Technical aspects of the processes in use.
• Works closely with Operations personnel to discuss problems and recommends solutions.
• Recommends and explains benefits of new technology to plant management for evaluation.
• The employee will be working in an office environment but will be walking through the plant on a regular basis exposing the employee to foundry operations.
• The employee will be required to perform the following actions regularly: standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting. The majority of the actions will be standing and walking.
• Delivering iron having close temperature and chemical composition tolerances done at or below budgeted cost.
• Evaluates new alloys and materials; develops new processes and procedures as well as training on their use.
• Reviewing operating reports, evaluating cost data, the type and quantity of pipe produced, defectives, etc., to determine corrective actions needed.
• Providing input on Alloy selection, raw material inspection, storage and usage, Refractory selection, application and use.

Requirements

• Experience in interpreting the metallography of the iron to determine compliance to process parameters and changes required, assess the quality of welds, and other issues that may arise.
• Must understand cost data, specifically related to the melting operation and in general to the plants as a whole.
• The equivalent knowledge and training in order to provide a working knowledge of the regulations, practices, specifications and procedures concerned with the operations of the Company.
• On all phases of the annealing process including temperature control, oven variables, and oven condition.
• Possesses the ability to train the metallurgical aspects of the operations.
• Must have the ability to communicate with others in this technology.
• Familiarity with coreless and channel electric melting processes.
• College graduate with a degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science or five to seven years’ experience in the application of this knowledge to activities, such as supervision, safety, technical know-how and labor relations.
• Chemical analyses techniques and determining the proper metallic mix for melting and proper alloy additions.

Benefits

• Career Growth: Be part of an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to the next level.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance