Metallurgist

Cindavi; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

RSUs

Relocation package

Competitive start pay

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Indiana is looking for an entry-level Metallurgist to join its Hot Rolling and Cold Rolling divisions. In this role, you will collaborate with engineers to optimize steel production processes while maintaining high standards for quality. Ideal candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and a desire to drive innovation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Competitive pay with relocation support is offered.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a relevant bachelor's degree.
• Knowledge of quality systems and standards is advantageous.
• Experience with reverse mill or rolling methodologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review metallurgical specifications for product capabilities.
• Collaborate to set operational parameters and achieve objectives.
• Analyze products and lead root cause analysis for issues.
• Develop rolling practices to boost efficiency and reduce rework.
• Mentor junior team members on technical practices.

Skills

Collaboration

Technical leadership

Data-driven problem-solving

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Shape the future of steel production as a Metallurgist in our cutting-edge facility, where your expertise will drive innovation, optimize processes, and set new standards for quality and performance.

We are seeking an entry level Metallurgist to join our Hot Rolling and Cold Rolling divisions at a state-of-the-art steel flat-rolled product facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

As a metallurgical subject matter expert, you will collaborate with process and product engineers to optimize product performance and meet customer requirements. This role involves setting up operational parameters for hot rolling or cold rolling lines, contributing to product trials, and maintaining product metallurgy standards.

Base pay

Base pay range: $80,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

Additional compensation

Annual Bonus and RSUs

Location and relocation

This position will be located in Starkville, MS (home of Mississippi State University and an hour from the University of Alabama). We’d offer a full relocation package and extremely competitive start pay & opportunity for upward growth.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve Reverse Mill and Hot Finishing Mill or Cold Mill capabilities to meet metallurgical and product specifications for auto, beverage packaging, and general industry customers.
• Collaborate with Process Metallurgists to set rolling line parameters to achieve quality, safety, volume, and cost objectives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Provide technical leadership in coil-to-coil rolling processes during product trials, working with engineers and supervisors to ensure successful outcomes.
• Analyze rolled products to identify surface and metallurgical criteria, supporting root cause analysis for customer returns through data-driven problem-solving methods.
• Develop and implement best rolling practices to improve production efficiency, monitor scrap rates, reduce rework, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Reverse Mill and Hot Finishing Mill or Cold Rolling Metallurgy, leading product development and qualification efforts across the mill.
• Use process data and problem-solving techniques to identify root causes of production issues and lead the implementation of effective solutions.
• Develop corrective action plans, execute them, and monitor outcomes to assess the effectiveness of solutions.
• Support customer visits, mill tours, and technical exchanges, providing expertise in hot or cold rolling processes.
• Mentor and train young technical team members on rolling practices and support departmental training and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.

Preferred qualifications

• Working knowledge of quality systems and standards such as ISO, IATF, and other applicable regulations.
• Direct experience with reverse mill, hot finishing mill, or cold mill applications.

Job details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Manufacturing
• Industries: Manufacturing and Primary Metal Manufacturing

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