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Job Overview The Director of Metallurgy leads materials engineering and research and development (R&D) efforts, guiding material selection, testing, and process improvement from research through manufacturing. This role connects technical findings to practical product and production decisions.

Your impact:

By turning materials data into reliable process and product recommendations, you help engineering and manufacturing teams make informed decisions that support quality and performance. Responsibilities Direct engineering research, material testing, and materials analysis, including analytical chemistry work; oversee laboratory data collection and statistical analysis. Guide material selection and characterization across metals and polymers, applying materials science, materials engineering, and mechanical knowledge to product development. Partner with process engineering, manufacturing, quality control, and cross-functional teams to improve fabrication and production processes, including plastics injection molding and blow molding. Lead engineering data analysis and communicate findings clearly to technical and nontechnical stakeholders. Coordinate project scheduling and design reviews; use computer-aided design (CAD) tools, including AutoCAD and SolidWorks, for 3D modeling, and apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and relevant American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) codes and standards. Requirements Demonstrated leadership in metallurgy, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related discipline. Experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering, with practical knowledge of process engineering, fabrication, and quality control. Background in materials testing, laboratory work, research, and engineering data and statistical analysis; polymers experience in materials engineering is valued. Familiarity with CAD, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, 3D modeling for product design, GD&T, and ASME codes and standards. Strong project scheduling and cross-functional communication skills; ability to translate research findings into actionable recommendations.

Pay:

$150,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person