Technical Director

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Toronto (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. seeks a Technical Director TIMET Toronto OHIO to drive a Zero Defects culture and lead metallurgical innovation across PCC Metals & Forgings plants in Ohio.

The role focuses on delivering technical leadership, improving yield, first pass yield, and implementing APQP processes, Industry 4.0 initiatives, and collaboration with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering.

Relocation is authorized; ITAR/EAR compliance may apply and U.S. export controls will guide eligibility.

Qualifications

• Degree in Materials Science or Metallurgy; aerospace or automotive background preferred.
• Zero Defects mindset and continuous improvement experience required.
• Strong executive presence and communication skills for senior leadership and customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and direction to PCC Metals & Forgings plants.
• Drive improvements in yield, scrap, rework, and first pass yield.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Technical/Engineering team.
• Manage customer communications on technical topics and site visits.
• Lead New Product Introduction in line with sales strategy and APQP toolbox.
• Provide advanced metallurgical support to plant and mill development.
• Collaborate with Quality to deploy Zero Defects and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Skills

Metallurgy

Zero Defects mindset

Leadership

Executive communication

Technical leadership

Education

Materials Science or Metallurgy degree

PhD preferred

Six Sigma Greenbelt

Tools

APQP toolbox

Industry 4.0 tools

Job description

Job Details

Country: United States of America

State / County: Ohio

City: Toronto

Division: Metals

Company: Toronto

Function: Engineering

Workplace Type: On-Site

Position type: Full Time

Technical Director TIMET Toronto OHIO

SUMMARY

Driving operational, cultural and behavioral transformation to a Zero Defects mindset to achieve and maintain consistently high levels of product performance. Developing enhanced alloys and efficient manufacturing technologies, having the potential to significantly influence the appeal of PCC Metals & Forgings premium products in the eyes of customers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Providing Technical leadership and direction to the PCC Metals & Forgings plants, keeping the Technical/Engineering teams aligned to achieve strong technical performance and a positive external image for the segment.

Driving existing production processes and exploiting new manufacturing technologies to achieve targeted improvements in yield, scrap, rework, concessions and first pass yield performance.

Leading, mentoring and developing a high-performing Technical/Engineering team, fostering a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.

Managing customer communications on Technical / non-commercial topics and interfacing with key customers during site visits.

Leading teams in problem solving issues that affect vertically integrated businesses.

Aligned to the Sales strategy, leading the group in executing the New Product Introduction Process to identify business opportunities and associated technical challenges, resource requirements, capital expenditure. Utilizing the APQP toolbox to ensure product capability and successful outcomes.

Providing advanced metallurgical/engineering technical support to plant and mill development projects.

In collaboration with the Quality function, deploying the AS13100 Zero Defects toolkit, with a specific focus on Process Monitoring, Problem Solving, Measurement Systems and Quality Planning.

Developing and executing the Technology roadmap for the site to align with the overall business strategy and maintain PCC Metals and Forgings' competitive position with respect to process capability, including driving the deployment of Industry 4.0 capabilities through digital transformation.

Representing the site as necessary on all technology matters and advising the site leadership as appropriate.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The candidate will have an aerospace or automotive background, with a Zero Defects mindset, knowing what good looks like operationally, culturally and behaviorally. They will operate through a leader's visionary lens, with the ability to communicate and demonstrate what the future state will be in terms of Technology and Customer expectation.

• An accomplished and experienced Metallurgist, comfortable operating both strategically and tactically and fully versed in the Zero Defects toolbox, processes and methodologies.
• Not content with the status-quo - disruptive by nature, having the drive and desire to transform a culture and demonstrate how they have achieved this previously.
• Strong executive presence and excellent communication skills, essential for effectively presenting complex data and improvement strategies to senior executives and customers. This includes the ability to clearly articulate findings, propose actionable solutions, and foster confidence in the organization's technical capabilities.
• Instilling and implementing a Zero Defects philosophy and mindset, in partnership with the Quality, Operations and Manufacturing Engineering functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree qualified in Materials Science or Metallurgy.
• Doctorate in Materials Science or Metallurgy preferred.
• Six Sigma Greenbelt required / Blackbelt preferred.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a technical/engineering role.
• At least 5 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role, demonstrating the ability to lead technical teams and drive organizational change.
• Candidates should have a proven track record of successful New Product Development and Introduction projects.
• Proven experience in a high-volume production environment.
• Automotive or aerospace engineering/manufacturing background.

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.

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. & 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.