Steel Dynamics, Inc · 2 months ago
Cold Rolling Metallurgist
Columbus, MS
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expSteel Dynamics, Inc. is seeking a disciplined, detail-oriented metallurgist for their Aluminum Flat Rolled Product facility. The role involves becoming the metallurgical subject matter expert in hot rolling or cold rolling, interacting with engineers to improve product performance and capability, and leading technical initiatives during product trials and development.
Industrial ManufacturingMiningPrecious MetalsRecycling
Responsibilities
Responsible for reviewing and approving Reverse Mill and Hot Finishing Mill or Cold Mill capabilities based on Auto OEMs, Beverage Packaging and General Industry customer inquiries/orders to meet metallurgical and other product requirements
Work closely with Process Metallurgists to set Hot or Cold rolling line parameters to meet product quality, and metallurgical requirements with a focus on safety, volume, and cost parameters in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Technical leadership for coil-to-coil rolling of products during product trials in collaboration with Process Metallurgists, Engineers and Supervisors
Work with multidisciplinary teams across the plant to analyze the rolled product to identify surface & metallurgical criteria and support root cause analysis for customer returns with data driven and structured problem solving methods
Develop best coil-to-coil rolling practices to improve production and productivity, monitor scrap rate & performance, minimize rework, disposition/ hold material, and increase yield with on-time delivery
Reverse Mill and Hot Finishing Mill or Cold Rolling Metallurgy subject matter expert responsibility and take lead role with other department Product Metallurgists to support the product development and qualification through the mill
Use process data and appropriate problem-solving techniques to identify the underlying causes and lead the implementation of practical production solutions with the Hot or Cold Rolling team
Develop corrective action plans along with the expected business impact, then execute and monitor to determine the effectiveness of the solution
Provide support during customer visits, mill tours, technical exchanges and training in Reverse Mill and Hot Finishing Mill or Cold Rolling of products
Support departmental training, line audits, walk abouts, and mentor young technical team members on rolling practices
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
2+ years of experience in Hot Rolling or Cold Rolling of aluminum sheet/plate production
Quality system support and working knowledge of ISO, IATF and other applicable standards
Direct experience with Aluminum reverse mill, hot finishing mill or cold mill applications
Proficiency in Office programs, and statistical data analysis tools
Lean manufacturing experience with continuous improvement for business impact and innovation
Agile project implementation, good communication skills, and experience in matrix organization
Strong leadership, verbal & written communications, and presentation skills
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
Vision and Hearing Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Castlight Health Navigation Platform
Well-Being Program
Life/AD and D Coverage
Disability Coverage
Profit Sharing and Retirement Savings
Stock Benefits
Educational Assistance
Dependent Child Scholarships
Paid Vacations and Holidays
Company
Steel Dynamics, Inc
Steel Dynamics is one of the largest domestic steel producers and metals recyclers in the United States, based on estimated annual steelmaking and metals recycling capability, with facilities located throughout the United States, and in Mexico.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.4B2025-11-21Post Ipo Debt· $800M
2025-03-12Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-07-03Post Ipo Debt· $600M
Leadership Team
Mark Millett
Co-Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer
Keith Busse
Co-Founder
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