Senior Metallurgy & Quality Manager

EMIRATES GLOBAL ALUMINIUM (EGA); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) is seeking a senior metallurgist to lead casting operations and metallurgical testing, ensuring top-quality alloys while meeting safety and cost targets. The role focuses on process control, scrap evaluation, and continuous improvement across multiple departments.

The successful candidate will oversee audits, implement ISO/IATF standards, and drive APQP/PPAP documentation to support customer requirements and manufacturing excellence.

Qualifications

• University degree in metallurgy or related field.
• 5+ years in metallurgy and 6+ years in smelting/casting, preferably in aluminium.
• Strong knowledge of process control, quality systems and ISO/IATF standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard safety by training team and enforcing rules.
• Direct activities to meet customer quality expectations for alloys.
• Lead audits and continuous improvement in product quality and process efficiency.
• Oversee metallurgical testing, scrap evaluation, and supplier audits.
• Develop cross-functional procedures and APQP/PPAP as per standards.

Skills

Metallurgy

Casting operations

Metallography

ISO/IATF

Leadership

Process optimization

SPC/MSA

Education

University Degree in Metallurgical /Chemical/Material Science Engineering

Tools

EDX

SEM

Job description

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) is seeking a senior metallurgist to lead casting operations and metallurgical testing, ensuring top-quality alloys while meeting safety and cost targets. The role focuses on process control, scrap evaluation, and continuous improvement across multiple departments.

The successful candidate will oversee audits, implement ISO/IATF standards, and drive APQP/PPAP documentation to support customer requirements and manufacturing excellence.