Valbruna Group USA · 4 months ago
Metallurgist
Fort Wayne, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expValbruna Group USA is seeking a Senior Technical Metallurgist to join their Quality Team. The role involves interpreting customer quality requirements, conducting metallographic analysis, and leading continuous improvement projects while ensuring compliance with international standards and safety protocols.
Mining & Metals
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Technical Oversight for suitability of test equipment (CAPEX projects included), procedures, and applications for the Metallurgical Laboratory
Interpretation of customer requirements regarding quality and specific material requirements including interpretation and evaluation of applicable external specifications (ASTM, AMS, ASME, etc.)
Provide leadership and assistance for the following:
Third party and customer material testing audits including NADCAP
Quality/technical projects
Non-conforming teams
Evaluation of Metallurgical Testing results and data specifically related to nonconformance, trends, and recommendations for improvement
Disposition recommendations of nonconforming material
Process changes and continuous improvement
Process corrective action resolution
Write and present claim reports detailing evaluation and final disposition
Meet and interact with customers regarding claims
Attend applicable ASTM and other trade group meetings to keep abreast of proposed changes and the impact of those revisions on the Valbruna Group
Provide technical expertise and leadership for lab data and certification systems (current and new)
Perform internal audits
Ensure adherence to all safety procedures and regulations
Perform additional, related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in ASTM, AMS, and ASME specifications and their applicable interpretations
Strong analytical skills and expertise in Metallurgy and Material Science
Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience in leading quality improvement projects and internal audits
Demonstrated capability for detailed quality control and defect analysis
Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Chemical/Physical Sciences
7+ years' experience
Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree with minimum 10 years' specifically related experience
U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required due to ITAR and EAR Regulations
Company
Valbruna Group USA
Valbruna Stainless Steel, leader in the steel industry and both supplier and producer of stainless steel and special metal alloys is a privately owned company with over 1500 employees and a production of more than 170.000 tons of special high quality steels.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase