Metallurgist Foundry Job Description

Badger Alloys is a full-service ISO Certified Steel and High Alloy sand foundry with a reputation for superior ferrous and nonferrous castings from simple to highly complex. We have complete in-house capabilities for patternmaking, casting, and machining. We have been in business since 1966 providing a solid history of production and continuous employment.

We are looking for individuals who are motivated, self-starters and committed to working for an employer of choice. We offer competitive benefits with a 401K retirement plan.

Position Summary

This individual will be responsible to lead metallurgy lab testing processes, procedures, and equipment. Responsible for collaborating the melt, pour, and heat treatment functions on a daily basis, with the goal of producing the highest quality castings in the most efficient manner. This individual must be able to evaluate, troubleshoot and resolve complex issues. Individual must be self-directed, motivated and possess the ability to effectively work within all levels of the organization. The individual must be able to manage multiple projects and demands. Individual must be able to work with multiple teams and lead long term projects.

Responsibilities:

Design daily melt schedule and heats to meet customer specifications and cost targets
Document and develop best practices and SOP's
Develop and train melt department to meet current and future demands
Drive efficiency, quality, as it relates to melting techniques
Process and material failure analysis and troubleshooting
Work with and specify metallurgical chemistry, heat treatment processes, and weld

upgrade technology to meet current and future customer specifications as well as internal needs

Casting defect analysis and troubleshooting
Scrap and rework reduction
Collaborate with 3rd party testing vendor to ensure certification completion
Continually improve foundry practices
- Proactively interpret Customer casting requirements and translate into proper manufacturing processes and controls.
Support other engineering and manufacturing functions as necessary

Requirements:

Bachelors' degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Material Science, or other related field.
3-5 years' experience in a technical role; Foundry preferred
Broad knowledge of varied alloy groups
Ability to collect and process data accurately
Strong analytical and statistical skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in MS Office
Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
Ability to read and produce technical reports and diagrams of manufacturing processes
Ability and willingness to work with all levels of the Company
Ability to contribute to manufacturing strategy
Knowledge of welding processes and qualifications

Badger Alloys is committed to equal employment opportunity. As a result, Badger Alloys will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on any legally protected status, including but not limited to age, race, creed, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest or conviction record, military service as required by law.

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