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Arconic

Metallurgical Engineer

Alcoa, TN · On-site

Support involves using Metallurgy/Material Science experience and classroom knowledge to develop improvement plans for the process to ensure customer satisfaction and drive cost reduction.

Arconic

Metallurgical Engineer

Alcoa, TN

Support involves using Metallurgy/Material Science experience and classroom knowledge to develop improvement plans for the process to ensure customer satisfaction and drive cost reduction.

Arconic

Metallurgical Engineer

Alcoa, TN · On-site

Support involves using Metallurgy/Material Science experience and classroom knowledge to develop improvement plans for the process to ensure customer satisfaction and drive cost reduction.

Arconic

Product Metallurgical Engineer

Alcoa, TN · On-site

Support involves using Metallurgy/Material Science experience and classroom knowledge to develop improvement plans for the process to ensure customer satisfaction and drive cost reduction.

Arconic

Product Metallurgical Engineer

Alcoa, TN · On-site

Support involves using Metallurgy/Material Science experience and classroom knowledge to develop improvement plans for the process to ensure customer satisfaction and drive cost reduction.

Arconic

Product Metallurgical Engineer

Alcoa, TN · On-site

Support involves using Metallurgy/Material Science experience and classroom knowledge to develop improvement plans for the process to ensure customer satisfaction and drive cost reduction.

jtekt

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Greenville, SC · On-site

Metallurgy Materials Specialist COMPANY JTEKT Bearings North America DEPARTMENT Quality - Product ... Advanced technical knowledge of material science will be used to improve existing bearing/ steering ...

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United Airlines

Senior Metallurgy Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$122K - $158K/yr

Job overview and responsibilities Experience in Metallurgy and/or material science, heat treating, welding, shot peen. Practical knowledge of properties of aerospace metal alloys, including ...

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Metallurgical Engineer

Arconic

Alcoa, TN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

136th of 540 rated manufacturers

Job description


The Metallurgical Engineer will lead continuous improvement in process metallurgy, driving excellence in manufacturing, evaluation, and performance of sheet products produced at TN operations in their area of responsibility.
At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.
Responsibilities:
  • Translate customer and industry standards into a process design, Control Plans, FMEA, and production work instructions, and ensure accurate execution. Measure initial success and monitor ongoing results in process management to continually improve our products and processes.
  • Support involves using Metallurgy/Material Science experience and classroom knowledge to develop improvement plans for the process to ensure customer satisfaction and drive cost reduction.
  • Troubleshoot, design and execution of experiments to develop processes and products.
  • Determining impact and process control for equipment and operations that affect product quality
  • Provide input to improve uptime and equipment reliability, and adherence to regulatory and Arconic EHS requirements.
  • Daily duties are performed in a "hands on" environment and include, but are not limited to, providing on-call response to implement reaction plans, and restore flow, as well as developing and implementing root cause solutions to prevent problem recurrence.
  • Providing day-to-day technical advice, problem solving and support to operations and maintenance by applying quality systems and engineering principles, ABS and reliability tools to drive problems to root cause.
  • Initiating and/or implementing improvement projects to eliminate safety and quality concerns, reduce cost, and ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Application, auditing, and compliance with ISO 90001/IATF 16949, and ISO 17025 standards, procedures and product/process control to comply with second and third-party audits in area of responsibility.

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
  • Must have a bachelor's degree in Material Science, Metallurgy, or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of hire.
  • 3 years' experience as a Metallurgist in an aluminum manufacturing environment
  • Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced Degree
  • Experience with rolling operations.
  • Quality system experience (TS 16949).
  • Lean manufacturing experience.
  • Metallurgical experience with automotive products.
  • Experience with heat treatable alloys.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Effective quality problem solving skills to the root cause and the ability to drive continuous improvement.
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply quality systems, basic statistical techniques, metrology, inspection and test methods.
  • Capable and effective at being able to communicate the principles of quality systems, process management and statistical tools in a user-friendly manner to manufacturing personnel.
  • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Statistical Data analysis packages such as Minitab, Spotfire)

About Us
Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build.
We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders.
At Arconic, we:
Act With Integrity : We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability.
Safeguard our Future : We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment.
Grow Stronger Together : We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity.
Earn Customer Loyalty : We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service.
Drive Operational Excellence : We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration.
Create Value : We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders.
United States EEO Statement: Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
About the Team
Tennessee Operations is located 3 hours North of Atlanta, GA; 2.5 hours East of Nashville, TN; and 4 hours West of Charlotte, NC. Arconic's Tennessee Operations is one of the most modern aluminum fabricating facilities in the world. Our plants produce high-quality molten metal and aluminum sheet and are recognized as a world leader in the business. The facility has been located at the Foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains for 100 years and continues to thrive and grow.

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