thyssenkrupp integrated its Forging & Machining and Undercarriage businesses to start the new business unit Forged Technologies. With roughly 7,000 employees at 18 production sites in seven different countries, thyssenkrupp Forged Technologies has sales of over one billion euros and operates over 50 forging press lines and more than 150 machining and assembly lines in seven countries. The product portfolio includes undercarriage systems for heavy machinery as well as crankshafts, connecting rods, pistons, chassis products, transmission systems and rotor shafts for the automotive industry.

Junior Metallurgical Engineer

Qualifications

• Working towards a bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or similar degree (required). Metallurgical Engineering from an accredited institution (preferred).
• Working towards an advanced degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Metallurgical Engineering (preferred).

With the direction and assistance of the Metallurgical Lab Group Leader, you will assist with the following responsibilities:

• Follow practices that improve efficiency, quality, yield, and productivity.
• Provide metallurgical and technical expertise to achieve defined customer specifications.
• Provide technical assistance to and work closely with customers, engineering, management, and operators.
• Understand and apply metallurgical concepts, standards, and specifications.
• Follow critical operating parameters for all metallurgical production processes such as heat- treating, gas-nitro carburizing, salt bath nitro carburizing, phosphate coating etc. for hydraulic components.
• Follow procedures or instructions for production equipment used by customers and Metallurgical Laboratory for destructive and non-destructive tests and inspections.
• Evaluates equipment and process problems and implements corrective actions to resolve production problems.
• Understand and coordinate Metallurgical Laboratory functions and interactions with other departments and assures operational efficiency and professionalism.
• Advises production and quality departments of the proper and necessary records to be maintained for all metallurgical related operations.
• Responsible to maintain the Quality documentation and the Quality records in the Metal lab.
• Monitors and maintains the Supplier Quality control relationship.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering and Production Operations in the development of Process FMEA's, Process Control Plans, Measurement System Analyses, and Process Capability Methods & Requirements.
• Lead structured team problem solving efforts (Six-Sigma, 8D, and Corrective/Preventive Action Reports) to resolve customer complaints and internal production issues.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and lean departments to improve manufacturing processes and develop methods to eliminate quality issues.
• Leads the decision making process for the Material Review Board and Special process review for metallurgical related issues.
• Customer representative for quality issues and metallurgical subjects with internal and external customers.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.
• Sets MPI and other NDT standards for inspection and operator qualifications.

Safety Responsibility (of all employees):

• Understand and follow safety procedures and work instructions
• Use the proper tools and safety equipment for the task
• Report, and where possible, correct, unsafe conditions
• Be involved and participate in maintaining a safe workplace
• Be aware of emergency procedures in the event an emergency occurs
• If a fellow employee/associate is not working safely, assist them in doing the job safely
• Keep your work area clean and organized
• Take personal responsibility for your own safety

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of metallography, testing, and database management systems
• Must be comfortable working and interacting with all levels of plant employees and management
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal abilities
• Excellent reasoning and problem solving ability
• Ability (and willingness) to perform a variety of duties in a supportive role

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any worker to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• In terms of movement, the job may require constant reaching, handling, using fingers, feeling, and eye/hand/foot coordination; and frequent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, repetitive motions, standing, sitting, and walking.
• In terms of vision, the job may require frequent use of near acuity, depth perception, accommodation, color vision, and field of vision.
• Environmental conditions may include frequent exposure to non-weather related extreme heat, contact with water or other liquids, noise, vibration, atmospheric conditions, and inadequate ventilation.
• Hazards may include frequent proximity to moving, mechanical parts, exposure to electrical shock, and working in high, exposed places.
• May require Medium Physical Strength as outlined below.

MEDIUM - Exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

We offer an outstanding Benefits Package that includes:

• Company Tuition Reimbursement Package. Quarterly Bonus Program.
• 401K Match
• 120 hours of Paid Time Off after completion of Probation Period.
• Competitive wage with a Skill Pay Program that includes a work service credit on relative education and experience.
• Comprehensive medical plans with flexible cost options ranging from $4.62 to $57.62 a week. We also have a Preventative Healthcare and Medical Program with additional premium discount on medical insurance premiums.
• Dental plans ranging from $0.48 to $4.15 a week.
• Vision Plans ranging from $0.35 to $3.69 a week.
• Company Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability, & Long Term Disability.
• 11 paid Holidays.
• Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Everside Healthcare for employees and their dependents 3+ years of age.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement.

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