Metallurgist Engineer

Wyman-Gordon, located in Princeton KY, provides Nickel-based Extruded Powder Alloy for Military and Commercial Turbine Applications. The Princeton MI facility offers Vacuum-Melt Atomizers; for the raw material needs of the Worcester MA forge Isothermal forge shop. This growing, profit center is part of a highly successful, multi-billion diversified manufacturer. Precision Castparts Corporation (PCC).

Wyman-Gordon, located in Princeton KY, provides Nickel-based Extruded Powder Alloy for Military and Commercial Turbine Applications. The Princeton MI facility offers Vacuum-Melt Atomizers; for the raw material needs of the Worcester MA forge Isothermal forge shop. This growing, profit center is part of a highly successful, multi-billion diversified manufacturer. Precision Castparts Corporation (PCC).

Metallurgist - Powder Metal

PURPOSE:

Seeking Metallurgist to provide a diversified range of technical services to internal and external customers supporting the attainment of Company, Team, and Division goals. Experience in a lean manufacturing environment strongly preferred. Commitment to following and promoting zero-accident safety culture required. Although primary responsibilities are in support of the Princeton KY facility, some additional responsibilities may be required to support Worcester MA and/or Brighton MI.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Dispositions referred, non-conforming and off-standard materials
• Provides training and education to customers
• Applies statistical methods to solve problems and design experiments
• Assists in the use of SPC, six-sigma and/or BPI tools to detect project inefficiencies
• Develops processing for new products
• Reviews customer inquiries and specifications for new products
• Provides support, leadership, and guidance to peers, customers, and managers in key projects
• Performs all other duties, tasks, and special projects as assigned

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four-year college degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field-Associate degree and/or equivalent experience as determined by department management would also be considered
• 1-7 years of experience working in a metallurgical capacity, preferably in a powder metal manufacturing environment. Must have experience providing support on a production floor.
• Specialized knowledge of metallurgical principles, standards, methods, and practices
• Specialized knowledge of metallurgical and production equipment
• Understanding of the application of statistics, six sigma and BPI practices
• Ability to access mill and manufacturing areas
• Experience leading, supporting and participating on project teams

• Ability to provide mentorship to internal resources as requested within functional area
• Proven customer service skills with the ability to assist internal and external customers
• Strong communication skills-written and verbal with the ability to listen intently
• Ability to deliver results on-schedule
• Ability to recognize and communicate technical risks
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

SPECIAL SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong technical background
• Organizational and leadership skills
• Good communication skills
• Quality assurance process skills

US Citizenship or Perm Residency is required due to government military contracts.

Wyman Gordon is committed to hiring, promoting and transferring employees without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin (where a person was born), sex, age, ancestry (ethnic heritage), citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other reason prohibited by law. Decisions as to hiring, promoting or transferring employees should be based solely upon job-related qualifications.

As an equal opportunity employer, Wyman Gordon is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 508-839-8004 for assistance.