Senior Metallurgist I – 22-3117

Description

Proven to Perform.

From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform — and so is our team. We’re hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us.  The company is seeking to hire a Senior Engineer I, Operations to support the Specialty Materials business unit. This position will be based in Richburg, SC.

As a Senior Engineer I, Operations you will support daily operations of the rolling mill by interacting with the employees, observing and collecting data along with feedback from the employees on the floor to be relied on to provide recommendations to improve the performance of the mill. In addition, this roll acts as the primary interface between the company’s Richburg and its stainless conversion partners.

Other Responsibilities:

Review customer specifications and support all areas to meet customer demand. Develop understanding of Rolling equipment capabilities and applications. Evaluate the impact of Roll configuration changes. Create, maintain & update mill instructions as required to produce quality product. Provide internal/external technical support for Hot Rolling processes including reviewing and resolving deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints. Support Operations Leadership with data collection, reporting and training Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Operations and other support functions to meet developmental needs and business plan requirements with internal and external customers. Analyze mill data and apply problem solving techniques to reduce downtime, improve yields and improve product quality. Recommend and develop strategic mill improvement projects. Support product/process Continuous Improvement programs that support Rolled Bar Value Stream Team. Utilize statistical data analysis, process modeling, and sub/full – scale trials to support initiatives. Communicate results to management, colleagues, and customers in the form of written reports and oral presentations. Manage conversion stainless products, recommending actions for product improvements, investigating claims, and finding solutions to production issues. Supervise order entry, scheduling, and shipping of conversion products. Act as ALPS Steering Committee manager: monitor contract adherence. Monitor and report on customer value streams.

Bachelors of Science in Material Science or related discipline 3 years of experience in process or product engineering experience related to Ni/Fe/Co- base super alloys, titanium and/or specialty/stainless steels or other related industries.

Preferred Qualifications:

3 years or more hot rolling mill experience Lean manufacturing experience Advanced knowledge of production, operations, and materials planning, practices, and processes. Oracle experience a plus. Knowledge of rolling pass design with preference toward stainless & super alloy round bar, round corner square, hex and coil products.    We thrive when the expectations are great, and the barriers are high. We’re solving the world’s most difficult challenges through materials science. Our advanced, integrated process technologies and proven performers give us a tremendous competitive advantage. When customers systems need to fly higher, dig deeper, stand stronger, and last longer — anywhere on, above or below the earth — the company is proven to perform.    *It is the company’s policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company’s positions.

Our company and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected be federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.