Metallurgist

Steel Dynamics, Inc.; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance

Vision and Hearing Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Life/AD and D Coverage

Disability Coverage

Profit Sharing and Retirement Savings

Stock Benefits

Educational Assistance

Dependent Child Scholarships

Paid Vacations and Holidays

Job summary

Steel Dynamics, Inc. in Columbus, MS is hiring a Metallurgist to enhance steelmaking innovation and product quality. This role involves collaboration with product development, mill personnel, and technical services to ensure continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. Candidates should hold a B.S. in Metallurgy or related fields and possess strong leadership and analytical skills. The company offers robust benefits, relocation assistance, and a dynamic work environment in a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership, verbal & written communications, and presentation skills.
• Strong work ethic, positive outlook, and team player.
• Experience in steel production and/or applications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to improve product robustness and conversion costs.
• Drive root cause investigation of quality issues and initiate improvements.
• Maintain all quality systems and support customer visits.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Continuous improvement

Innovation

Team player

Education

B.S. degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

SQL

Access

SPC

MiniTab

Job description

Subsidiary

Steel Dynamics

Overview

Join the Steel Dynamics Columbus, MS team and help shape the future of steelmaking. We are seeking driven Metallurgists who are passionate about innovation, continuous improvement, and solving complex manufacturing challenges. In this role, you will work alongside industry experts to improve product quality, support cutting‑edge operations, and make a direct impact on one of the largest and most innovative steel producers in North America.

Teammate Benefits

Steel Dynamics puts employees first with a robust benefits package. We’re also committed to the health and well‑being of our team, urging employees to focus on wellness. When it comes to your health, we encourage everyone to take charge, take action, take care and be safe!

These are just some of the ways we show our appreciation and ongoing commitment to our employees.

• Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
• Vision and Hearing Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Castlight Health Navigation Platform
• Well‑Being Program
• Life/AD and D Coverage
• Disability Coverage
• Profit Sharing and Retirement Savings
• Stock Benefits
• Educational Assistance
• Dependent Child Scholarships
• Paid Vacations and Holidays

Relocation assistance may be available depending on the selected candidate’s location and assigned facility.

Perks of Columbus, MS

• Convenient location near Starkville, Tuscaloosa, Birmingham, and Memphis for weekend travel and entertainment
• Access to outdoor recreation, including fishing, hunting, boating, hiking, and nearby state parks
• Affordable cost of living with access to spacious homes, land, and short commute times
• Strong sense of community with southern hospitality and family-friendly atmosphere
• Warm climate with mild winters and long outdoor seasons
• Growing manufacturing and industrial presence with long‑term career growth opportunities
• Rich local history, great local restaurants, and a vibrant community culture

Responsibilities

What Are My Responsibilities as a Metallurgist at Steel Dynamics?

• Collaborate with Product Development, Mill Personnel and Tech Service Resources in improving product robustness as well as conversion costs through continuous process improvement.
• Collaborate with Technical Reps and Sales to resolve customer claims and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with other department Metallurgists as it relates to product development through the mill.
• Execute all product trials in collaboration with Product Metallurgist, Engineers and Supervisors.
• Drive root cause investigation of internal/external quality issues, report findings, initiate improvement measures.
• Responsible for reviewing and approving customer inquiries/orders for product capabilities associated with operational units if assigned to an operations unit.
• Assist Metallurgists with daily product disposition if assigned to an operations unit.
• Assist Metallurgist to set line parameters to meet customer specifications.
• Maintain all quality systems (CBS, QCBD, CAR, MOC).
• Support customer visits, mill tours, technical exchanges, and affiliated industry organizations.

Qualifications

What Are the Requirements for This Role?

• B.S. degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering.
• Proven leadership, verbal & written communications, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in: Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point.
• Strong work ethic – Positive outlook- Team Player.
• Strong orientation for continuous improvement and innovation.

Preferred

• 5 years of experience in steel production and/or applications.
• Data analysis & management skills (SQL, Access, Excel, SPC, MiniTab).
• Knowledge of ISO and other applicable standards, such as IATF, API.
• Demonstrated knowledge of steel or iron production, product specs, testing procedures, properties, customers, and applications.

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.