Metallurgist - 1st Shift

Metallurgist

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.

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

Job Requirements:

• 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.

Skill Requirements:

• Wear proper Personal Protection Equipment in work area at all time.
• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.
• 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.
• CAD/Solid Works experience a plus.

This position may require access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Why work for APP?

• 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

Compensation: $25.57 - $36.26 an hour. This is the lowest to highest hourly rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time…