Prime Responsibilities and Major Factors in Evaluating Performance:
1.Develops and implements metallurgical processes, controls and improvements in support of product development and product maintenance activities, working with quality and engineering teams to ensure customer specifications are met, as well as generating technical reports.
2.Managerial responsibility for metallography laboratory(ies) personnel and its operations.
3.Provided technical support to metallography laboratory.
4.Responsible for providing support to Operations in the areas of: new parts qualification, periodic cutup evaluation, review of customer technical and quality specifications and creating manufacturing procedures, failure investigations and other technical activities undertaken by product metallurgy lab, interacting with die engineering and sales in cost reduction projects.
5.Recommends and implements improvements, modifications and additions that will solve problems and standardize processes.
6.Integrates customer and product requirements with product development activities to identify robust, cost effective solutions that satisfy customer needs.
7.Transition new products and process developments into manufacturing environment.
8.Identifies and investigates new manufacturing technologies, implements new or improved manufacturing methodologies and implements process changes.
9.Acts as single point of contact and technical expert for material science information in support of customer and production needs.
10.Interfaces as necessary with customers, suppliers, production employees, production supervisors, engineers, and management.
11.Technical spokesman on issues which include: casting, alloy, heat treatment, resonant inspection, NDT, customer part failure analysis, and negotiating technical material conflicts and specifications.
12.Monitor internal and external technology to determine both threats and opportunities for Hitchiner products and processes.
13.Keeps correct record keeping to validate actions Hitchiner has taken and for intellectual property to justify actions in the past.
Additional Responsibilities:
1.Perform other duties as assigned.
2.Ensure that all activities and operations are performed in compliance with the Company’s Code of Conduct.
3.Assist with problem solving that involve a technical solution.
4.Coordinate as needed component testing with customers to define failure mode and effect.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
1. BS or MS in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Engineering
2. Minimum of 7 years proven technical experience in specialty alloys.
3. Demonstrated experience in both research and the practical application of metallurgy/materials science processes within a manufacturing environment to lead in the implementation of new process technologies and to effectively act as a liaison between R&D and production.
4. Comprehensive knowledge of metallurgical principles, standards, methods, practices and equipment required.
5. High proficiency in written and verbal communication.
6. High proficiency in data analysis, applied statistics, process control, and measurement R&R.
7. Must be able to think creatively and strategically to develop new concepts to improve process performance, yield, and product function.
8. Experienced with continuous improvement including kaizen, synchronous manufacturing, and Six Sigma tools.
9. Proficiency in mechanical testing and metallographic procedures and standards.
10. Excellent problem solving, decision-making & strong prioritization skills as well as PC proficiency.
11. Flexibility in dealing with production and development issues.
12. Ability to review and interpret complex specification and drawing requirements.
Why Join Hitchiner?
- Mission-critical manufacturing: We use advanced automation and cutting edge equipment to support industries where precision and reliability matter.
- Internal mobility: We deeply invest in our people, offering training and leadership development opportunities so that employees can grow their careers with us.
- We win together: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our annual profit-sharing bonus.
- Beautiful location: Fully updated and modernized buildings on a campus offering an onsite restaurant and gym.
Employee Benefits
Full time employees may elect to participate in a number of benefit programs, including Hitchiner’s Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and 401(k) Employee Retirement Contribution Plan. The Company provides employees with basic company-paid short-term, long-term, and basic life/AD&D insurance.
Employees also have access to education and tuition reimbursement, wellness rewards, Employee Assistance Program, and our free onsite fitness center.
About Hitchiner
Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire, Hitchiner Manufacturing is the premier supplier of high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully finished casting-based components to the automotive, aerospace and defense markets.
Additional Information
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Hitchiner Manufacturing is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.
This position involves access to technical data, materials, and/or hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employees must be able to meet export control eligibility requirements as a condition of employment. Who is considered a U.S. Person? A U.S. Person can be one of the following: U.S. Citizen, a U.S. lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), a refugee or asylee admitted under the U.S. law, or certain protected individuals under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Learn more about the ITAR here. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Hitchiner participates in the E-Verify program to confirm work authorization for all new hires in accordance with federal law.
