Metallurgist - 1st Shift
About The Position
Aluminum Precision Products (APP) is an international leader in manufacturing aluminum forgings. We offer you the opportunity to be a part of a globally recognized organization that enjoys an unparalleled reputation for quality. Here you’ll be challenged on a daily basis, tasked with solving problems, working with smart, energetic, and dedicated people with an opportunity to grow and learn. 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
Requirements
- Wear proper Personal Protection Equipment in work area at all time.
- Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.
- In compliance with ITAR regulations, must be a US Citizen or US Person.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- CAD/Solid Works experience a plus.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
