Metallurgical Specialist

PAICCO is seeking a highly skilled Metallurgist to join our team in Gaylord, Michigan. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for overseeing the operation of our Metal lab and Sand lab, ensuring that all necessary testing is conducted to meet associated standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote a safe work environment and ensure employees understand safety expectations.
• Develop and maintain a culture that promotes the company's mission, vision, and core values.
• Be knowledgeable in Metal lab equipment, including Spectrometer, Tensile testing, Carbon Sulfur analyzer, and other testing instruments.
• Oversee lab testing techniques and maintain test documentation.
• Utilize strong problem-solving and communication skills to ensure technical parameters are within specified ranges.
• Ensure test procedures and equipment comply with applicable ASTM standards.
• Conduct analysis of casting defects and recommend process improvements.
• Investigate quality problems related to metallurgical or sand issues and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Conduct research projects to improve technical and process knowledge.
• Provide technical expertise to production employees and offer process improvement recommendations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Material Science, Metallurgy, or Metallurgical Engineering.
• Three or more years of related experience, with solid knowledge of chemical and structural makeup of ferrous iron.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma Methodology and strong team participation is a plus.

Join our team of experts and contribute to the success of PAICCO