Technical Director, Aluminum Extrusion/Alloys, & Automotive Solutions
Key role that leads customer-focused technical strategy and aluminum alloy development, driving billet innovation and value-added solutions for automotive markets.
MUST HAVE a Green Card or be a US Citizen.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Extensive experience in Aluminum Extrusion, Aluminum Metallurgy & Automotive IndustryStrong technical and scientific skills relating to the science behind aluminum alloys, design and the effectStrong background in alloy design & billet productionProven ability to lead technical teams focused on innovation, CI & customer solutionsStrong business acumen, including budgeting, cost control, and KPI managementExcellent communication & stakeholder engagement skills across commercial, technical & operational teams30–60% travel required (potentially higher if remote), including occasional international travel
EDUCATION: Master’s or PhD in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Engineering, or related discipline
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Include:
Connect commercial, technical, and operational functions.Drive alloy design, development, and qualification activities aligned with customer and market needsLeads the Customer Technical Support team.Lead technical strategy for automotive markets, including development & expansion of recycling-based alloysPartner with recycling & casthouse operations to ensure consistent production of high-quality productsSupport sales and marketing teams with technical expertise, customer engagement, and solution developmentProvide technical leadership to senior management on strategic initiatives and complex challengesRepresent company in industry forums and technical committeesCompany DescriptionWe are an Executive Recruiting Agency, working on behalf of our client.
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We’re looking for a data-driven Reliability Leader with metals manufacturing experience for our client in the greater Youngstown, OH area.
MUST be a US citizen or have a green card in hand.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
7+ years of maintenance, reliability, or asset management experience in a manufacturing environment.5+ years of leadership experience leading maintenance or reliability teams.Strong understanding of preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, reliability engineering principles, and asset management practices.Experience leading Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and continuous improvement initiatives.Strong knowledge of industrial mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.Experience with PLC-controlled automation and industrial controls preferred.Experience in metals manufacturing, aluminum extrusion, or heavy industrial environments preferred.Working knowledge of CMMS systems and maintenance performance metrics.Ability to analyze equipment data and develop strategies that improve reliability and reduce total cost of ownership.Excellent problem-solving, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.Ability to effectively influence cross-functional teams and drive change within a manufacturing environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Include:
Own the reliability, availability, and performance of all production and facility assets.Lead and develop the maintenance team to safely execute maintenance and reliability activities.Establish and drive preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance strategies.Monitor equipment performance metrics including uptime, downtime, MTBF, MTTR, schedule compliance, and maintenance costs.Analyze equipment failures and lead Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) activities to eliminate recurring issues.Partner with Operations to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and production performance.Prioritize maintenance activities based on asset criticality, operational risk, and business needs.Ensure effective planning and scheduling of maintenance work to maximize labor and resource utilization.Develop and manage equipment reliability improvement projects and support capital replacement recommendations.Maintain and improve CMMS work order processes, equipment history, and maintenance performance reporting.Support spare parts and critical inventory strategies to support equipment reliability and minimize downtime.Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and company standards.Support budgeting and control of maintenance and reliability expenditures.Lead efforts to identify and eliminate chronic equipment defects and operational losses.Company DescriptionWe are an Executive Recruiting Agency, working on behalf of our client.
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We’re looking for a Metallurgist with Aluminum Casting & Extrusion experience for our client’s operation in Texas.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
10+ years of experience in metallurgy & casthouse5+ years of aluminum extrusion experienceStrong knowledge of soft aluminum alloys, billet casting & remelt operationsStrong knowledge of heat treatment and metallurgical propertiesDemonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex metallurgical and process issuesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsExperience with homogenization, quenching, and aging processesFamiliarity with metallurgical testing methods (tensile, hardness, microstructure analysis)
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Materials Engineering or very related.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Include:
Responsible for supporting all metallurgical aspects of the aluminum billet casting for the extrusion process, including alloy development, billet quality, process optimization, and product performance.
Provide metallurgical support across casthouse (remelt/billet) and extrusion operationsDevelop and optimize aluminum alloys to meet customer and application requirementsAnalyze and troubleshoot extrusion defects (surface, mechanical, dimensional)Support billet casting, homogenization, and heat treatment processesEstablish and maintain process standards and metallurgical best practicesLead or support root cause analysis and corrective actions for metallurgical quality issuesSupport new product development and qualification of new alloys or profilesCollaborate with customers and internal stakeholders on technical issues and approvalsCompany DescriptionWe are an Executive Recruiting Agency, working on behalf of our client.
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