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Senior Metallurgist | Quality & Process Improvement The Senior Metallurgist serves as the technical expert supporting Melt Shop, Rolling Mill, and Quality operations. This position leads metallurgical investigations, product improvement initiatives, customer technical support activities, and process optimization efforts to improve quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction. Working closely with operations, maintenance, and quality teams, this role provides hands-on metallurgical leadership for steel production, rolling, testing, and continuous improvement programs. Why Join Us Direct influence on melt shop and rolling mill product qualityOpportunity to lead mill-wide improvement projectsWork closely with operations, maintenance, and commercial teamsExposure to customer-facing technical challengesCareer path into Quality Manager, Technical Manager, or Operations leadership rolesGrowing steel operation with significant investment and modernization initiatives What We Offer Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans - Eligible upon 1st day of hire Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account) 100% Matching 401K up to 6% Life/Accidental Life Insurance Short- Term & Long-Term Disability InsuranceAnnual Bonus Paid Parental LeaveHealth Advocate Services Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Program What You'll Do Lead metallurgical investigations and root-cause analysesSupport melt shop, rolling mill, and finishing operationsEvaluate customer requirements and product performancePlan and execute product and process trialsAnalyze production and quality data using SPC, Minitab, and other toolsDrive process improvement and cost reduction initiativesProvide technical guidance to operations and quality teamsSupport customer visits, audits, and technical reviewsAssist with quality management systems, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or related field7+ years of experience in steel, metals, foundry, casting, rolling, forging, heat treatment, or heavy manufacturingExperience with root-cause analysis, process improvement, and quality systemsKnowledge of metallurgical testing and material characterization techniquesAbility to analyze production and quality data and translate findings into operational improvementsCustomer-facing technical experience preferredSix Sigma, Lean Manufacturing experience preferred Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunities related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com