Metallurgist: Lead Lab Testing & Process Improvement

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Gallipolis (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Met-Lab Metallurgist to lead metallurgical testing, evaluation, and development of metal properties. This role supports continuous improvement in laboratory processes and production with a focus on heat treating, metallurgy methods, and data-driven reporting.

The ideal candidate will champion CQI-9 internal audits, supervise Metallurgical Technicians, and coordinate testing activities across materials and vendors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in heat treating.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in materials science or related field preferred.
• Practical experience in metallurgical laboratory setting and understanding of QMS.
• Solid knowledge of metallurgical and mechanical test methods.
• Familiarity with powder metallurgy processes and specialized testing techniques.
• Additional education or experience in ferrous metallurgy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct metallographic evaluations to identify microstructural defects, features and phases.
• Perform tests on incoming materials, in-process parts, and samples from new powder vendors.
• Set up and execute tests for fatigue, wear, corrosion, and other standard/special properties of metal samples.
• Test furnace performance, analyze chart data and recommend corrective actions to relevant personnel.
• Collect and analyze data on the behavior of metals and alloys; prepare technical reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage assigned projects under the direction of QM, including continuous improvement and scrap reduction initiatives.
• Proactively identify and propose process improvements and cost reduction projects.
• Record and analyze test data; provide evaluations and reports as needed.

Skills

Metallurgical testing

QMS understanding

Metallurgical lab equipment

Data analysis & reporting

Team supervision

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in materials science or related field

Tools

Metallurgical laboratory equipment

Job description

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Met-Lab Metallurgist to lead metallurgical testing, evaluation, and development of metal properties. This role supports continuous improvement in laboratory processes and production with a focus on heat treating, metallurgy methods, and data-driven reporting.

The ideal candidate will champion CQI-9 internal audits, supervise Metallurgical Technicians, and coordinate testing activities across materials and vendors.