Metallurgist

Metallurgist

The Metallurgist assists in production and quality processes with an emphasis on meeting customer deadlines, quality standards, safety improvements, scrap reduction, non‑conformities, fewer returns, and productivity improvements. The role collaborates with management, engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities and other considerations to facilitate production processes. This position will ultimately gain a more thorough understanding of the company’s material and processes that could provide expansion into new markets.

Project work includes but is not limited to: process development, equipment evaluation, reduction of micro‑porosity, selection of new alloys, etc.

• Develop practices to improve safety, quality, efficiency, yield, productivity, and costs
• Develop and optimize process and product development
• Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential
• Work closely with operations and provide training to operating personnel
• Manage laboratory technicians in Iron and Sand labs
• Manage metallurgical supply inventories and coordinate procurement process
• Forecast scrap procurement demand and mix based upon Foundry schedule and communicate with purchasing
• Write certifications for customer requirements

Provide metallurgical assistance to management, quality, engineering, foundry teams, and special projects.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field of work
• PhD desired

• 4+ years progressive work‑related experience with demonstrated proficiency in the discipline/technology/process related to the position, including experience as a team member on project teams in a cross‑functional environment
• Iron foundry experience
• Heat treatment experience
• Machine shop experience

• Ethics and Values
• Drive for Results
• Customer Focus
• Overall Sales Process Effectiveness
• Customer Effectiveness & Influence
• Process Management & Compliance
• Personal Development/Continuous Improvement

Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with 5% company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short‑term and long‑term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well‑being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company‑provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more.

Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.

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