Plant Metallurgist at Nucor Corporation in Blytheville, Arkansas

Job Description:

Basic Job Functions:



The Plant Metallurgist will be responsible for reviewing and evaluating steel production processes to determine and assist in making process improvements. The primary focus of this position will be, but not limited to, working closely with operations and maintenance teams leading quality improvement and training efforts; using statistical process control tools to direct continuous improvement, process development and cost reduction activities; and participating in safety efforts. Other responsibilities include handling customer issues, assisting the Sales department with complaints and inquiries, and miscellaneous duties. This will also include conducting tests and inspections of products to evaluate quality and performance. The Plant Metallurgist will apply fundamental engineering principles and techniques and will be expected to work in all areas of the operation. Working hours may vary depending on the project or task assigned, which will include some weekends and travel will be required as needed.


Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.




Minimum Requirements:



BS degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or equivalent engineering field.


Minimum of 2 years Steel Mill experience


Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel


Working knowledge of SQL or similar language used to interact with databases


Working knowledge of process data trend analysis applications




Detailed Selection Criteria:



Teamwork: Working as part of a coordinating effort with other to achieve a common goal.


Leadership Presence and Courage: Willingness and courage to have immediate and direct conversations on critical alignment issues such as teamwork, building relationships, initiating and supporting change, and production process issues that arise. This includes the willingness to face adversity and conflict head on.


Communication: Demonstrated ability to actively listen to others and while being able to communicate information so that others understand.


Initiative: Being proactive with seeking out work that needs to be done and being willing to take on responsibilities and challenges.


Accountability / Dependability: Displays responsibilitywith work habits and has the ability to hold others accountable for desired results. Being reliable, responsible, and committed to fulfilling obligations.


Judgment/Decision Making:Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.



Problem Solving: Identifying problems and analyzing or reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.





Preferences:



Advanced degree in Metallurgical Engineering.


Experience in steel physical metallurgy and thermomechanical processing.


Experience with clean steel and submerged casting practices.


Working knowledge of mechanical testing equipment, such as tensile testing machines, Charpy testing machines, and hardness testing machines


Working knowledge of analytical equipment, such as OE spectrometers, XRFs,LECOs, metallographic sample preparation, optical microscopy, and SEM


Working knowledge of ASTM standards specifications.



Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vets - and a drug - free workplace