Plant Metallurgist

amgv; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AMG Vanadium LLC is seeking a Plant Metallurgist to support our Cambridge operations. You will guide metallurgical decisions, interpret analyses, assess processes, and drive root-cause analyses with recommended solutions across internal departments.

The role requires a Metallurgy/Materials Science background, 5+ years in metals, and strong ISO 9001 experience. You will lead improvements, manage quality systems, and collaborate across functions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgy or Materials Sciences required or equivalent years of experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in steel or metals industry preferred; heavy manufacturing experience is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 system is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement culture.
• Ability to adapt to change and lead others.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and comply with AMG V safety and environmental requirements and company policies.
• Promote AMG V culture and values in daily activities and maintain a positive work environment.
• Investigate customer claims of substandard material.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiencies.
• Develop, apply, and maintain quality control systems for materials used in processes.
• Perform periodic audits of quality systems to ensure conformance.
• Utilize SPC, AQP tools to identify and implement process improvements.
• Manage metallurgical workflow and report database.
• Create and manage internal material, process, and verification standards.
• Consult on material specifications and processes for design and manufacturing.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Lean manufacturing

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Time management

Lead through change

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Database systems

Job description

Summary

AMG Vanadium (AMG V) is seeking a Plant Metallurgist to support our Cambridge and Zanesville, Ohio teams. In this role you will provide metallurgical guidance to internal departments, utilize knowledge and experience to interpret analysis results, assess internal processes, process failure root cause, and provide solution recommendations.

Responsibilities and Duties (all other duties as assigned)

• Lead by example and comply with all AMG V safety and environmental requirements and Company policies and procedures, including AMG’s Code of Business Conduct.
• Embrace and promote the AMG V culture in all day-to-day activities; foster and promote a positive, respectful work environment that is aligned with AMG’s Values.
• Performs investigations related to customer claims of substandard material.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives, assisting with operational efficiencies and sustainable best practice results; helps create a culture of continuous improvement throughout the Company
• Responsible for the development, application, and maintenance of quality controls systems for materials used in our process.
• Performs periodic audits of quality systems for the purpose of assuring continued conformance to the quality system.
• Uses Statistical Process Control (SPC), Advanced Quality Process (AQP) tools and metrics to identify and implement improvements to processes.
• Manages metallurgical workflow and report database.
• Creates and manages internal material, process, and verification standards.
• Consults on material specifications and processes for design and manufacturing.

Qualifications/Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgy or Material Sciences is greatly preferred; related degree and equivalent years of experience may be considered.
• 5 or more years’ experience in steel or metals industry preferred; heavy manufacturing experience a strong plus
• Knowledge of or experience working in ISO 9001 system is required.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills required (written and verbal).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles preferred; demonstrated ability to thrive in a continuous improvement culture.
• Ability to adapt easily to change and lead others through it.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, organizational, operational, and follow-through skills.
• Excellent command of Microsoft Project Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, and data base systems
• Team player: ability to work effectively across functional lines including internal and external customers.

AMG Vanadium LLC offers a competitive wage and benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.