Metallurgist

Precision Castparts Corp.; Paramount (CA); On-site; USD 79,500 - 119,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly cash bonus plan

120 hours paid time off annually

10 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. in Paramount, CA is seeking a Metallurgist to supervise metallurgical processes, conduct data analysis, and implement continual improvements. You will communicate with customers and suppliers, perform root-cause analyses for nonconforming parts, and document metallurgical results to ensure compliance with aerospace specifications.

The role requires a B.S. in Materials Science with relevant manufacturing experience and knowledge of NADCAP/AS9001, AMS2750E pyrometry, and

Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. in Materials Science with 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of aerospace alloys including Ni-based superalloys, Ti, Al, and steel.
• Experience with heat treat and pyrometry; aerospace forging products preferred.
• Knowledge of NADCAP/AS9001 and AMS2750E Pyrometry.
• Familiarity with ASTM, ASM, AISI, SAE and MIL standards.
• Experience with quality specifications from major aerospace customers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and plan metallurgical aspects of the process.
• Conduct analysis to identify and implement continual improvement activities.
• Represent the Company with customers, suppliers, and certifying agencies.
• Perform root cause and corrective action analyses for nonconforming products.
• Define forging temperatures, heat treat processing, and testing per customer specs.
• Write metallurgical reports and manufacturing plans for customer approval.
• Communicate with management and provide technical metallurgical support to QA.

Skills

Metallurgical data analysis

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

24/7 operation support

Quality systems & document maintenance

Education

B.S. in Materials Science

Job description

The Metallurgist candidate will supervise and plan the metallurgical aspects of the process; conduct analysis to identify and implement continual improvement activities; and represent the Company with our customers, suppliers, and certifying agencies. The candidate will also perform root cause and corrective action analyses for nonconforming products.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Comply with and support PCC Code of Conduct Requirements and Company policies and procedures, as well as Federal, State and Local regulations.
• Comply with and support AS9100, SOX requirements and all PCC Rules, including EHS and Quality.
• Ensure product conforms to all customer required metallurgical properties.
• Write manufacturing plans for customer approval, which define required processing parameters.
• Ensure all products shipped meet the requirements of the approved manufacturing plans.
• Define forging temperatures, heat treat process and testing as required by customer specifications.
• Write metallurgical reports for customer approval which summarize product processing and testing.
• Analyze test data and adjust processing parameters as required to ensure continuing conformance to customer requirements.
• Maintain “external” customer relationship for communication of technical issues, resolution of product issues. This includes similar contact concerning technical issues with raw material suppliers.
• Identify and report metallurgical deviations with corrective action to disposition effected product and identify the product within all necessary data/quality systems.
• Communicate with all levels of management; report any problems affecting product integrity.
• Provide technical metallurgical engineering support to customers and QA department
• Maintain quality improvement and industry standards.
• Conduct metallurgical failure analysis as needed.
• Conduct microstructures evaluation and interpretation of microstructures and Grain size ratings
• Provide materials engineering support to operations and equipment.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. in Material Sciences with a minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in a manufacturing operation.
• Knowledge of various aerospace alloy groups, including Ni-based superalloys, titanium, aluminum, and steel alloys
• Experience with heat treat, pyrometry and aerospace forging products preferred.
• Knowledge of NADCAP/AS9001 Requirements and AMS2750E Pyrometry.
• Knowledge of standards and specifications: ASTM, ASM, AISI, SAE and MIL.
• Experience working with Quality specification requirements of major aerospace customers: Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Safran, GE Aviation, Military, Northrop Grumman, Pratt & Whitney, and others. GE Grain Size Evaluation/Ratings E50TF133-S10 Certification is a plus.
• Quality systems and document maintenance background.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to collect and analyze metallurgical data
• Good communication skills; verbal and written
• Team Player
• Ability to support a 24 / 7 operation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $79,500 to $119,300 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.