Metallurgical Plant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary:

The Metallurgist will support the Laboratory/Technical Department in checking the metallurgical quality of products, determine solutions to metallurgical process/field problems and implement these solutions economically, timely and safely, and be a key member on APP teams that are developing, evaluating and improving products and processes

Job Requirements:

• Metallurgical support on product quality and customer quality concerns.
• Analyze test data and develop rework instructions for product failing to meet metallurgical requirements.
• Assist in resolution of issues with outside metallurgical labs and processors.
• Assist in resolution of issues with raw material suppliers.
• Interpret customer and industry specifications.
• Increase Metallurgical understanding of processes.
• Process development.
• Work with the heat treat department to troubleshoot and expedite product movement.
• Statistical analysis of process parameters.
• Function in a Team environment.
• Evaluate and bring to management's attention new materials, processes or modifications of current process that will maintain the desired quality while reducing the total cost of the product.
• Support manufacturing in the processing of forgings through all operations.
• Maintain customer relationships through joint resolution of issues.
• Ensure adherence to all process specifications.
• Support the Plant quality system goals / improvements & productivity goals / improvements within the scope of the job.

Skill Requirements:

• Wear proper Personal Protection Equipment in work area at all time.
• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical Engineering or a related field (i.e. Materials Engineering)
• 1 - 5 years working in a metallurgical plant experience working with heat-treatable aluminum alloys in a production environment
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or shop floor quality management system experience.
• Fast and continuous learning skills to become highly knowledgeable in aluminum alloy microstructures, heat treating processes and destructive and non-destructive testing.
• Self-starter, self-managed and strong time management skills.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Working knowledge of the aluminum heat treat processing.
• Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, Six Sigma Processes and/or QS9000 systems, as well as knowledge of quality techniques, such as FMEA, PPAP, and APQP.
• Knowledge of product requirements from commercial and aerospace customers.
• Strong familiarity with destructive and non-destructive testing.
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• CAD/Solid Works experience a plus.

This position may require access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Why work for APP?

• On-the-job training and opportunities for advancement with a strong promote within program.

• Medical, Dental, Vision – Generous company contribution, low cost to employee
• Life insurance – 100% company paid - covers employee, spouse and dependent children
• Generous Vacation Time
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Holiday Shut Down (Christmas thru New Year’s)
• Sick Time
• Annual Bonus (based on company meeting Key Results)
• 401k (Company matches up to 4%)
• ESOP Employee Profit Sharing Retirement Plan (100% Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement

Compensation: $25.57 - $36.26 an hour. This is the lowest to highest hourly rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.