Materials Process Specialist

Umicore AG & Co. KG; Americana; On-site; BRL 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Umicore AG & Co. KG in Americana, Brazil, seeks a Materials Process Specialist to lead advanced process engineering in metal deposition solutions.

You will apply best practices to develop and industrialize processes, ensure safety and quality, and deliver high-quality outputs. The role requires a metallurgical or materials engineering degree, hands-on experience with rolling, heat treatment, induction furnaces, and familiarity with ERP systems (SAP).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical or Materials Engineering.
• Experience in mechanical transformation processes (rolling, machining, heat treatment, induction furnaces).
• Experience with vacuum furnaces is a plus.
• Experience with process management, quality and safety tools (RCA, Ishikawa, HAZOP, SWIFT).
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.

Responsibilities

• Delivers expert process engineering work with high quality and timeliness.
• Executes process engineering and industrialization projects and identifies risks proactively.
• Analyzes problems, recommends options, and implements improvements.
• Collaborates with adjacent teams and stakeholders to share insights.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to deliver high-quality outcomes and knowledge sharing.
• Contributes to continuous improvement by implementing process enhancements.

Skills

Intermediate English

Industrial experience in mechanical

Knowledge of vacuum furnaces

RCA

Ishikawa

HAZOP

SWIFT

Technology transfer & commissioning

Quality control techniques

ERP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical or Materials Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Materials Process Specialist

Location: Americana, BR

Business Unit: Metal Deposition Solutions

About Umicore

Powering the cars of today and tomorrow. Reducing harmful emissions. Giving unique properties to high-end applications. Giving new life to used metals. As a global advanced materials and recycling group, we develop, produce, and recycle materials for a better life.

About Metal Deposition Solutions

We have a passion for perfect surfaces. Umicore's metal deposition solutions are used for industrial and decorative applications. We are experts in developing metal-based products that give our customers' products the edge - from printed circuit boards to jewelry and industrial components. To make sure we are ready for the next generation of applications we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new processes. Which is where you come in.

Your Key Accountabilities

• Delivers expert work in Process Engineering with high quality and timeliness, applying best practices and standards.
• Executes process engineering and/or industrialization projects by applying knowledge and expertise. - Builds knowledge and expertise within core competence subdomain.- Owns complex tasks in process engineering, safety standards, producing accurate outputs and identifying risks or anomalies proactively.
• Analyzes problems, recommends options, and implements improvements in methods, tools, or data flows.
• Collaborates with adjacent teams and stakeholders, communicating insights and recommendations clearly.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to deliver high-quality outcomes and knowledge sharing.
• Contributes to continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process enhancements.

Who we are looking for

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical or Materials Engineering.
Intermediate English proficiency.
Industrial experience in mechanical transformation processes, including rolling, machining, heat treatment, and induction furnaces.
Knowledge of vacuum furnaces is a plus.
Experience in the development and control of special, high-purity metallic materials - particularly for the electronics, medical, pharmaceutical, or related industries is highly desirable.
Experience using process management, quality, and safety tools such as RCA, Ishikawa, HAZOP, and SWIFT, among others.
Knowledge of quality control techniques for materials, processes, and finished products.
Experience with technology transfer and the commissioning of processes/facilities is desirable.
Experience with integrated management systems (ERP), preferably SAP.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Umicore, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace that offers equal opportunities for everyone. We hire regardless of gender, religion, race, nationality, ethnicity, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or political opinion.
We value the uniqueness of each individual and believe that diversity of thought helps us find the right solutions in a competitive and dynamic environment. After all, diverse teams contribute to more creative and innovative environments and ensure the well-being of our employees, making Umicore a great place to work.

What we offer

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?