Process Metallurgist

Job Description

Summary

Administering to daily technical issues; understanding the product end use and material constraints defining internal requirements necessary to produce the product and addressing customer technical concerns.

Essential Functions

1. Define Key process parameters and establish process capabilities and control methodology.

2. Develop efficient methods of manufacturing to meet product requirements

3. Develop and implement cost reductions, product improvement, process improvement and yield improvement processes that are sustainable.

4. Monitor product performance – properties, physical characteristics (length, straightness, surface condition) and yield.

5. Review customer specifications for acceptance

6. Interface with sales personnel and customers to resolve any differential between customer requirements and SMC capabilities

7. Maintain document control systems and associated databases

8. Participate in Management review meetings as needed

9. Interface with customers on quality related issues

Additional Responsibilities

Qualifications

Education and Experience

BS in Metallurgical Engineering or Material Science; advance degree a plus. A thorough understanding of physical metallurgy as it applies to thermomechanical processing and the properties of metals is also required. 1 to 3 years of experience is preferred.

Special Skills

The Process Engineer will have knowledge of the principles and practices of VAR/VIM/ESR melting, the ability to prepare written reports and correspondence as well as presentations to senior leadership, the ability to build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally, the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions, as well as excellent written and verbal

Competencies

· Technical competence

· Ability to interact with internal and external customers

· Strong understanding of products and processes

· ability to troubleshoot and address customer concerns

· strong communication skills. Ability to present to senior leadership team.

Physical Dimensions

Physical Demands – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sufficient mobility and dexterity for shop floor observation and interactions.

Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Office and shop floor environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.