Manager - Metallurgy Special Projects

Job description

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter Technology’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. MANAGER – METALLURGY SPECIAL PROJECTS PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE MANAGER – METALLURGY SPECIAL PROJECTS Develop and Manage Metallurgy Characterization Programs and Special Projects. Lead characterization and reporting related to industry requirements including JENQC. Lead and Support qualification of new processes and equipment. Establish goals and objectives in support of the SAO plan aimed at producing a reliable, cost-effective, consistent, quality product for our customers. Participate with manager in the development of short and long term plans for assigned Technology group and ensures performance against plan. Manage to ensure that expeditious metallurgical support is provided, when required, to Manufacturing, R&D, and other departments as necessary. Evaluate, and execute when appropriate, requests for experimental orders. Develop and maintain strong cooperative and productive working relationships with peers, subordinates and superiors in all departments. Works with Metallurgy Leadership Team to develop knowledge and skills in the areas of strategy/plan development and alignment as well as leadership of broad quality improvement initiatives. Serve as an adviser and business partner for the Metallurgy Leadership Team. Develop solid relationships across the enterprise to enable smooth implementation of corporate initiatives and other critical business changes. Understand operational excellence and use those tools to drive process improvements. Mentor and participate in career development of junior metallurgists. REQUIRED FOR THE MANAGER – METALLURGY SPECIAL PROJECTS Bachelor’s degree in Material or Quality Science, or related area. 10+ years of total work experience in a technical or metallurgy staff position. Experience managing a staff preferred. PREFERRED FOR THE MANAGER - METALLURGY SPECIAL PROJECTS Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to compile, research, and analyze information. Ability to compose and present comprehensive reports. Business/Management Expertise: Applies broad business and management expertise to drive financial and operational performance across multiple departments and/or functions. Functional Expertise: Has extensive knowledge and experience within own function and general knowledge of areas, departments and/or function(s) within and across other disciplines. Strategic Planning: Develops area/departmental plans including business, production and/or organizational priorities. Financial Management: Manages resources to ensure financial and operational objectives are met. Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees. Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.