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Metallurgy Manager | Amsted Industries | Petersburg, VA

BRENCO, producer of tapered roller bearings for the railroad industry has an immediate need for a Metallurgy Manager. Brenco is part of larger company - Amsted Rail. ASF-Keystone, Brenco and Griffin Wheel, offer quality solutions that combine castings, bearings and wheels from all three of the Amsted rail divisions, providing some 90% of your freight car undercarriage requirements from one reliable source.

Responsibilities
  • Manages metallurgical operations and quality of all steel supply operations.
  • Directs and monitors the inspection and testing of all incoming steel product.
  • Provides technical support to purchasing and product engineering.
  • Conducts surveys and assessments of steel suppliers and prepares appropriate reports of findings.
  • Resolves steel quality problems through ongoing consultation and efficient operation of the metallurgy department.
  • Coordinates and conducts steel trials as required to assure a dependable supplier base.
  • Provides operational consultation and oversight of all heat treating related functions, including process monitoring and trouble-shooting.
  • Serves as technical advisor for nondestructive testing, including ultrasonic and eddy current tests.
  • Provides technical support and training as required on metallurgical subjects.
  • Assures that documentation for metallurgical processes, testing, and equipment is maintained and updated as required.
  • Conduct or direct root cause analysis and failure analysis.
  • Provides for the continuous improvement of processes, procedures, and equipment. Assures maximum reliability of equipment, processes and procedures.
  • Provides complete project management for new equipment and system acquisitions, modifications, installations and upgrades.

Position requirements
  • A bachelor degree in materials science, metallurgy or mechanical engineering or equivalent professional qualifications
  • Minimum of 5 years managerial experience in a manufacturing environment
  • At least 5 years of metallurgist experience with ferrous metals heat treatment processes which includes process troubleshooting experience

Brenco/Amsted Rail has been changing lives and putting careers on the move for over 60 years. Come join a team where operational excellence, employee development and continuous improvement are key success factors. Brenco, located in Petersburg, Virginia, is the #1 US producer of tapered roller bearings in the railroad industry. Talented and motivated individuals will have the opportunity to do the best work of their lives with an established 60-year-old company.

The recent increase in demand in business has created the need for highly motivated individuals who will have the opportunity to exercise a positive outlook on continuous improvement initiatives delivering operational excellence. Through competitive wages, outstanding benefits and internal advancement opportunities, you'll have the chance to create a career you can be proud of.

Some of the outstanding benefits include:
  • Our retirement package that includes 5% match on 401k contributions
  • Employee stock ownership program
  • Medical insurance and an on-site medical clinic
  • Our recreational park, Brenco Park, is a wonderful facility with a pool, fishing ponds, and basketball and tennis courts

We are 100% employee-owned. Come to Brenco/Amsted Rail and join a proud family!

To apply for this position, please copy and paste the following link into your browser address bar:

http://amstedindustries.contacthr.com/21733678





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