SSAB · 2 days ago
Mill Metallurgist
Axis, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expSSAB is one of the largest North American producers of steel plate and coil, serving many industrial markets including energy, construction, agriculture and transportation. The Mill Metallurgist optimizes steel mill operations, drives product and quality improvements, analyzes data for actionable insights, and ensures compliance through innovative metallurgical practices.
ManufacturingMiningProduct Management
Responsibilities
Works independently, with ability in at least one major areas of mill operations (Primary, Rolling and Finishing, Heat Treatment.)
Develops operating practices to produce quality steel products meeting or exceeding industry standards and customer requirements
Reviews manufacturing practices on an ongoing basis to ensure compliance with established operating practices
Design, execution and reporting of product development and quality improvement trials with some guidance from Senior Metallurgist
Interprets data and makes recommendations to Operations management
Investigates quality-related production problems and collaborates with other departments to find cost-effective solutions
Implements SPC techniques for quality and productivity enhancements
Manages disposition of material which does not meet requirements for intended application
Complete required training within designated timeframes and attend all required meetings
Understand and support the company’s goals and values and adhere to company, department, safety, quality, environmental, and ethics policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in Metallurgical Engineering or related discipline
At least 2 years of relevant post-graduate education or industry experience and/or demonstrated technical proficiency
Very good computer skills, including Microsoft 365 proficiency and the ability to navigate multiple databases
Strong analytical capability and problem-solving skills including some skill with SPC
Good communication, collaboration, interpersonal and teamwork skills
Preferred
Work experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably with a metallurgical focus)
Familiarity with AI tools
Benefits
Bonuses
401(k) with 5% employer match
Profit sharing
10 paid holidays
Vacation
Excellent, affordable benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunities for development
Friendly and welcoming workplace
Global company committed to sustainability
Company
SSAB
SSAB is a global, highly specialized steel company that focuses on close and long-term customer collaboration.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.04BKey Investors
RiksgäldenEurope’s Just Transition FundUS Department of Energy
2025-11-07Post Ipo Debt· $293.82M
2025-04-29Post Ipo Debt· $3.11B
2024-12-05Grant· $133.61M
Leadership Team
Johnny Sjöström
President & Chief Executive Officer
Maria Langberg
Executive Vice President and Head of People, Culture & Sustainability
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