Metallurgist/Lab Supervisor

Precision Castparts Corp.; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. PCC Fluid Fitting seeks a Metallurgist / Laboratory Supervisor to oversee metallurgical testing activities, laboratory operations, and technical support, ensuring work aligns with NADCAP standards and customer specs.

You will supervise lab personnel, maintain accreditations, and certify test results required for product acceptance and shipment, collaborating with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and interpret engineering data and drawings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to communicate technical information to varied audiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee metallurgical testing activities to support customer requirements and inspections.
• Review test results for compliance with specifications and internal requirements.
• Provide metallurgy guidance on forging, heat treatment, and material properties.

Skills

Metallurgical expertise

Test data interpretation

Communication & coordination

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Material characterization methods

Job description

The Metallurgist / Laboratory Supervisor serves as PCC Fluid Fitting's metallurgical subject matter expert and is responsible for overseeing metallurgical testing activities, laboratory operations, and technical support functions. This role ensures testing is performed in accordance with customer specifications, aerospace industry requirements, NADCAP standards, and internal quality procedures.

The Metallurgist / Laboratory Supervisor provides technical guidance related to metallurgy, material properties, forging processes, and failure analysis while supporting Production, Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams. This position also supervises laboratory personnel, maintains laboratory accreditations and approvals, and certifies metallurgical test results required for product acceptance and shipment.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Metallurgical Testing & Technical Support

• Oversee metallurgical testing activities to support customer requirements, process control, product qualification, and first article inspections.
• Review and evaluate metallurgical test results for compliance with customer specifications and internal requirements.
• Interpret material specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements related to metallurgical testing and product acceptance.
• Provide metallurgical expertise related to forging processes, heat treatment, material properties, and product quality.
• Support investigations involving material performance, non-conforming product, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Serve as the plant subject matter expert for steel-based, aluminum-based, titanium-based and other aerospace alloy systems.

Laboratory Operations & Supervision

• Supervise and support Metallurgical Laboratory personnel to ensure testing requirements, production schedules, and customer commitments are achieved.
• Establish priorities and coordinate laboratory workflow to support production and quality objectives.
• Ensure laboratory equipment is maintained, calibrated, and operating in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Monitor laboratory performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support employee training, development, and technical competency within the laboratory.

Quality & Compliance

• Maintain compliance with customer requirements, NADCAP standards, and internal quality procedures.
• Support and participate in customer, NADCAP, and internal audits involving laboratory processes and testing activities.
• Review non-conforming material and evaluate metallurgical data to support disposition decisions.
• Initiate and support corrective action investigations as necessary.
• Ensure laboratory records, certifications, and testing documentation are accurate and properly maintained.

Cross Functional Support

• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Production, Operations, and Sales teams to support product quality and customer requirements.
• Review customer specifications and evaluate requirements against PCC capabilities.
• Provide technical recommendations related to process improvements, material performance, and quality initiatives.
• Support new product introduction, qualification activities, and process development efforts.

General

• Promote and maintain a safe work environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives.

Required Skills

• Ability to understand and interpret engineering technical data, such as manufacturing or part drawings, to provide guidance to cross-functional teams.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as, strong problem solving, organizational, project management and decision-making skills.
• Understand internal and external customer requirements with a high attention to detail in resolving findings
• Ability to process and effectively communicate information using MS PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Required Experience

• 3+ years of experience in metallurgy, materials engineering, metallurgical testing, or aerospace manufacturing.
• Experience with investment Forging, heat treatment, and aerospace alloy systems.
• Knowledge of Steel, Aluminum, and Titanium based alloys.
• Experience supporting NADCAP-accredited laboratory environments.
• Knowledge of metallurgical testing methods, material characterization, and failure analysis techniques.
• Experience supervising technical personnel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Level of Education

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or related technical discipline

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.

Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

Job attendance, commitment to safety and quality, collaborative working and respect in the workplace are some of the job duties which may be impacted by a criminal history.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $116600 to $145700 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.