Process Metallurgist

Arconic • Lafayette, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Arconic is seeking a Process Metallurgist-Aluminum Extrusions to join its Aluminum Extrusion (AEX) business unit in Lafayette, Indiana. The role is also described as a Process / Quality Engineer and supports the Extrusions Small Press department by driving process improvements, product quality, and manufacturing excellence. It supports production operations through improvements to process capability, reductions in variation, enhanced product performance, and compliance with automotive customer specifications and quality management system requirements.

The position requires significant experience on the factory floor, where personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, and the successful candidate must be very comfortable in that environment. The position requires access to controlled technology and is subject to export control requirements. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility will be verified at hire, and visa sponsorship is unavailable.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required government authorizations for access to controlled technology.
• Must be comfortable working on the factory floor in an environment requiring PPE.

Nice To Haves

• Aerospace and automotive manufacturing experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools and IATF 16949 and/or AS 9100.
• Experience with aluminum tube, extrusion, drawing, or metal-forming processes.
• Six Sigma or Lean certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily technical support to small press production operations.
• Lead process capability studies and process control improvements.
• Support new product and process qualifications.
• Lead investigations of customer complaints and nonconformances using 8D, 5 Why, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Support APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, and Control Plan activities.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement projects.
• Support AS9100 and customer-specific requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level