Casting Specialist 1 - TS

Wagstaff, Inc.•Spokane, WA

39d•$77,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Wagstaff manufactures equipment for aluminum producers, who process formed aluminum into parts and products you use every day. As an employee of Wagstaff, you'll enjoy: Paid, non-working holidays Monthly, site-wide BBQs Up to 8% retirement contribution Annual bonus program 1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a day Family-friendly, company-wide events To view our full benefits summary, please visit https://www.wagstaff.com/Wagstaff/Careers.htm Want to learn more about Wagstaff? Join us for a virtual tour! https://www.careerexplorenw.org/fieldtrip?tour=Wagstaff Job Summary Apply technical knowledge and expertise to advise, guide and train customers and Technical Service Department personnel regarding the installation and operation of Wagstaff equipment, and optimization of cast house operations unique to each cast house. Substantial and extended international and domestic travel is required. Pay: $77,000-$90,000 per year

Requirements

Strong mathematical aptitude and college level report writing skills
Metallurgical or Materials Science and Engineering degree OR five (5) years of experience in the metals casting industry working in the field of direct chill casting or relevant educational experience
Technical understanding of safety precautions associated with direct chill aluminum casting

Responsibilities

Oversee the installation and commissioning of Wagstaff supplied equipment
Troubleshoot Wagstaff supplied equipment
Provide expert advice, guidance and training to customers and Technical Service department personnel regarding the installation and operation of Wagstaff equipment
Analyze and interpret supplied data to develop recommendations and/or adjustments to improve and optimize casting equipment and processes unique to each cast house
Oversee and manage the installation of Wagstaff equipment at customers' sites ensuring that the site meets specifications as outlined in industry safety guidelines and that equipment will operate efficiently and with maximum effectiveness
Perform post-installation courtesy visits to ensure continued correct operation of Wagstaff supplied equipment
Document onsite activities and write quality technical trip reports
Abide by company policies
Participate in research activities related to aluminum casting technologies as required
Domestic and international travel required depending upon customer and company business needs
In order to achieve business objectives, work weeks in excess of 40 hours may be required
Other duties as assigned