Program Manager, Plates

SupportFinity™; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, and prescription coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

SupportFinity™ is looking for a Product Development Manager based in Portland, Oregon, to lead R&D projects focused on steel products. This role involves managing technical teams, developing relationships with external partners, and ensuring product quality through rigorous testing procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in metallurgy or mechanical engineering, with a minimum of 8 years of related experience. Benefits include competitive wages, medical coverage, and ample opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in steel products and process development.
• 5+ years in managing technical teams in a relevant environment.
• Experience in mechanical and plate specific testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage product development projects in the plate R&D program.
• Provide technical support to the Commercial Team and retain business.
• Work with internal teams to identify and address quality issues.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

MS in Metallurgy or Mechanical Engineering

PhD preferred

Job description

At Oregon Steel Mills LLC, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Job Description and Responsibilities

• Develop and manage all product and process development and improvement projects within the plate R&D program
• Plan and manage mill trials and communicate technical results to customers
• Provide key technical support to the Commercial Team to help retain existing business, respond to customer inquiries and identify and develop new business opportunities
• Work with the operation and quality and process technology teams to identify systemic technical issues and develop research projects to address those challenges
• Collaborate with the internal and external steelmaking teams to address any slab/ingot quality issues and develop R&D projects as needed
• Provide technical oversight to the project leaders working on plate R&D projects
• Organize/lead the Program meetings with internal stakeholders
• Develop and maintain research partnerships and collaborations with external organizations including industry, academia and other government and non-government research laboratories
• Perform other duties as they might be assigned
• Travel up to 10%

Requirements

• Minimum MS in Metallurgy or Mechanical Engineering with strong background in steel plate and coil manufacturing, but a PhD will be preferred
• Minimum 8 years (12 for MS) of previous experience in steel products and process development
• 5+ years of experience in managing technical teams
• Experience in mechanical and plate specific testing (e.g., tensile, Charpy, DWTT, dynamic tear, ballistic and explosive testing) and microstructure characterization
• Experience in working with customers on product qualification
• Experience in developing external research partnerships and collaborations
• Advanced knowledge of steelmaking, hot rolling, forming, welding and heat treatment
• Knowledge of plate product standards and specifications
• Project management, leadership, and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to foster a collaborative team environment with cross-functional teams
• Effective communication skills with experience in presenting to customers
• Proven ability to work independently and execute multiple projects in a timely manner

Benefits

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• Short and long term disability programs
• Competitive retirement plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

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