Analysis Skills, Chemical Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Management, Dental Insurance, Fishing, Flexible Spending Accounts, Hunting, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Leadership, Manufacturing, Material Science, Metallurgy, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Minitab, Prescription Drugs, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Engineering, Product Support, Product Testing, Production Specifications, Quality Management, Recreation, Restaurant, Root Cause Analysis, SQL (Structured Query Language), Scholarship, Steel Industry, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Technical Sales, Testing, Writing Skills
Join the Steel Dynamics Columbus, MS team and help shape the future of steelmaking. We are seeking driven Metallurgists who are passionate about innovation, continuous improvement, and solving complex manufacturing challenges. In this role, you will work alongside industry experts to improve product quality, support cutting-edge operations, and make a direct impact on one of the largest and most innovative steel producers in North America.
Teammate Benefits
Steel Dynamics puts employees first with a robust benefits package. We’re also committed to the health and well-being of our team, urging employees to focus on wellness. When it comes to your health, we encourage everyone to take charge, take action, take care and be safe!
These are just some of the ways we show our appreciation and ongoing commitment to our employees.
- 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
Relocation assistance may be available depending on the selected candidate’s location and assigned facility.
Perks of Columbus, MS
- Convenient location near Starkville, Tuscaloosa, Birmingham, and Memphis for weekend travel and entertainment
- Access to outdoor recreation, including fishing, hunting, boating, hiking, and nearby state parks
- Affordable cost of living with access to spacious homes, land, and short commute times
- Strong sense of community with southern hospitality and a family-friendly atmosphere
- Warm climate with mild winters and long outdoor seasons
- Growing manufacturing and industrial presence with long-term career growth opportunities
- Rich local history, great local restaurants, and a vibrant community culture
Responsibilities:
What Are My Responsibilities as a Metallurgist at Steel Dynamics?
- Collaborate with Product Development, Mill Personnel and Tech Service Resources in improving product robustness as well as conversion costs through continuous process improvement.
- Collaborate with Technical Reps and Sales to resolve customer claims and corrective actions.
- Collaborate with other department Metallurgists as it relates to product development through the mill.
- Execute all product trials in collaboration with Product Metallurgist, Engineers and Supervisors.
- Drive root cause investigation of internal/external quality issues, report findings, initiate improvement measures.
- Responsible for reviewing and approving customer inquiries/orders for product capabilities associated with operational units if assigned to an operations unit.
- Assist Metallurgists with daily product disposition if assigned to an operations unit.
- Assist Metallurgist to set line parameters to meet customer specifications.
- Maintain all quality systems (CBS, QCBD, CAR, MOC).
- Support customer visits, mill tours, technical exchanges, and affiliated industry organizations.
Qualifications:
What Are the Requirements for This Role?
- B.S. degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering.
- Proven leadership, verbal & written communications, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in: Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point.
- Strong work ethic – Positive outlook- Team Player.
- Strong orientation for continuous improvement and innovation.
Preferred
- 5 years of experience in steel production and/or applications.
- Data analysis & management skills (SQL, Access, Excel, SPC, MiniTab).
- Knowledge of ISO and other applicable standards, such as IATF, API.
- Demonstrated knowledge of steel or iron production, product specs, testing procedures, properties, customers, and applications.
Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.
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Steel Dynamics, Inc.
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (NASDAQ-STLD) is unique among American steel companies. Founded in 1993, it is the youngest of America’s major steel companies. The company's initial public offering occurred in 1996. It quickly grew to become one of the nation’s premier carbon steel producers. Steel Dynamics' historic growth is a combination of organic capacity greenfield additions and strategic acquisitions. By adding upstream assets that provide raw materials needed to produce high quality steel at each of its steel mills, and bridging downstream assets that fabricate a variety of high quality steel products, Steel Dynamics has broadened its product portfolio and expanded its market diversity.
Steel Dynamics, Inc. offers:
• Competitive Salary and Bonus Compensation Packages
• Aggressive 401k Match
• Profit Sharing
• Stock Options
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Relocation and temporary living expenses
5,000 to 9,999 employees
http://www.steeldynamics.com