Steel Dynamics, Inc · 2 months ago
Finishing Metallurgist
Columbus, MS
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expSteel Dynamics, Inc. is seeking disciplined, detail-oriented metallurgists for their Finishing division at the Aluminum Rolling Mill. The Finishing Metallurgist will become the subject matter expert in coil-to-coil annealing and solution heat treatment, working closely with engineers to enhance product performance and fulfill customer requirements.
Industrial ManufacturingMiningPrecious MetalsRecycling
Responsibilities
Responsible for reviewing and approving product finishing capabilities associated with all finishing lines including continuous annealing, solution heat treat, surface treatment, coatings, slitting, etc. based on customer inquiries/orders
Work closely with Process Metallurgists to set finishing line parameters to meet product finishing quality, and metallurgical requirements
Work with multidisciplinary teams across the plant to analyze the finished product to identify surface & metallurgical criteria and support root cause discovery and elimination
Technical leadership for coil-to-coil finishing of products during product trials in collaboration with Process Metallurgists, Engineers and Supervisors
Develop best coil-to-coil finishing practices to improve production and productivity, minimize rework, and increase yield with on-time delivery
Finishing 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 finishing 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 Coil-to-Coil finishing of products
Support departmental training, finishing line audits, walk abouts, and mentory young technical team members on finishing practices
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
2+ years of experience in aluminum sheet production and finishing experience
Quality system support and working knowledge of ISO, IATF and other applicable standards
Product development experience with heat treating, coating and coil finishing 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
H1B Sponsorship
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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
Recent News
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