Metallurgy Field Specialist

Job Overview

We are seeking a Foundry Manager (Supervisor) or similar role to play a crucial role in providing turnkey manufacturing solutions to industrial clients that work with metal and plastic components.

• No more weekend work or calls at inconvenient times.
• No longer having to worry about all problems coming to you and getting phone calls all the time.
• No longer being tied to the job 24/7.
• Not having to deal with the physically demanding aspects of working in the foundry.

• Lead foundry operations, overseeing casting, molding, and metal pouring processes.
• Collaborate directly with customers to ensure metal components are designed for optimal manufacturability.
• Assess and recommend the best manufacturing processes or metallurgical options from prototyping to production.
• Identify and troubleshoot part quality issues, working with foundry and machining facilities to achieve desired results.
• Perform audits of off-site foundries and other suppliers.
• Support account managers by providing technical expertise to enhance their sales efforts.

• Proficiency in engineering solutions to drive profitability.
• Direct experience managing ferrous and non-ferrous foundry processes.
• Expertise in metal casting, molding, and pouring operations.
• Experience in defect analysis of castings.
• Expertise in nondestructive examinations of metal parts (e.g., Visual, Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant, Radiography, Pressure, and Ultrasonic testing).
• Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to perform effectively under high pressure and stressful situations.
• A strong drive to succeed.
• Effective organizational skills.
• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Competitive compensation package of $ - $ per year plus commission pay. Regional travel required. Other benefits include:

• 401(k) with matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Location:

Roanoke, VA. Ability to commute or relocate is required. Full-time position.