Plant Metallurgist

Kubota Materials Canada Corporation•Orillia, ON

9d•Onsite

About The Position

KMC specializes in high-performance alloys and friction materials from raw materials to finished products under one roof in Orillia, Canada. Manufacturing unique heat-resistant alloys and high-nickel/chrome alloys primarily for the petrochemical industries, Kubota leads the industry in quality and advanced technology. As per customer requirements, Kubota designs and casts centrifugal pipes and static castings of fittings, which are then machined, welded (Automatic, Semi-Automatic, Orbital & Manual), GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, followed by in-house NDT (RT, PT, VT), in-house DT, R&D lab, as well as hydro testing. This role is responsible for selecting, writing, monitoring and improving metallurgical processes for Kubota Materials Canada Corporation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or a Diploma in Engineering or Metallurgy or Material Science
Minimum 3 years experience in Metallurgical role
Proven understanding of metallurgical concepts, processes and analytical techniques
Demonstrated knowledge of material properties of steel, specifically stainless steels and related alloys
Strong analytical skills
Demonstrated working knowledge of principles of lean methodology for process improvement
Ability to meet tight deadlines with multiple tasks and shifting priorities
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineers of Ontario designation (maintain current standing) an asset

Responsibilities

Specify alloy codes and heat treatments in accordance with customer and local specifications (ASTM, PED, TSSA, ASME Section IX)
Prepare and issue Material Testing pages (MT-pages) & Heat Treatment Procedures; respond to customer or internal inquiries
Meet with customers to address Pre-Inspection meetings issues; review specifications to determine metallurgical capabilities/processes for completion
Check daily chemistry reports address “off analysis” heats
Specify melting procedures and audit/amend as needed
Review incoming MTR’s for raw materials with Purchasing, to ensure continued quality standards
Control MF-codes in the LN system, including work instructions and bills of material
Provide input on welding metallurgy in conjunction with the Welding Technologist for novel welding procedures
Assist Quality department, Sales, Engineering, R&D, upon request
Initiate scrap sales of unusable shavings/revert, cut-off and blast dusts
Initiate and track refining operations with outside vendors
Survey Heat treat equipment for uniformity and fitness for service, suggest maintenance activities based on findings
Monitor raw material loading based on the planning schedule to maintain sufficient supplies for production
Assess material certifications prior to purchase and after receipt
Ensure alignment with the overall departmental goals and objectives for production
Support Kubota Global Identity, with the Brand and Spirit statements of Kubota Materials Canada Corporation
Other related duties, as required