Job Description
IG is seeking a high-level Metallurgical Technical Manager to serve as the primary subject matter expert across all core aluminum processes. This role reports directly to the VP of Continuous Improvement and plays a critical role in driving product quality, solving complex plant issues, and leading enterprise-level improvement initiatives.
What They Need (Core Metallurgical Expertise)
Deep expertise in aluminum metallurgy, specifically across:
Melting & alloy chemistry control
Casting (DC casting, defect prevention, structure control)
Rolling (hot/cold rolling behavior, gauge control, flatness)
Annealing (heat treatment cycles, material properties)
Finishing processes (surface quality, coatings, customer specs)
Ability to act as the internal consultant and technical authority for all metallurgical-related challenges across plants
Strong experience with defect analysis and root cause investigation (e.g., surface defects, inclusions, cracking, yield loss)
Proven ability to connect material science to real-world production performance and customer outcomes
What They’ll Be Responsible For
Lead and improve metallurgical processes across multiple plants to drive:
Product quality
Yield improvement
Cost reduction
Customer satisfaction
Own and lead complex root cause investigations, partnering cross-functionally with operations, quality, and engineering
Drive data-backed process improvements using:
SPC
Design of Experiments (DOE)
FMEA
Lean / Six Sigma
Serve as the technical escalation point for customer issues, translating technical findings into clear solutions
Influence and lead cross-functional teams on large-scale improvement projects
Support and guide quality systems (ISO 9001) and ensure consistency across sites
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Required Skills & Experience
Degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering
5+ years working with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
Experience working with ERP systems for data-driven decision making
What Makes Someone Successful in This Role
Operates as a true technical expert, not just a people manager
Has led high-impact, plant-wide or multi-site projects with measurable results (yield, scrap reduction, profitability)
Can confidently answer: “What metallurgical problem have you solved that had the biggest business impact?”
Strong ability to tie technical work → business outcomes (profitability, efficiency, customer retention)
Experience in aluminum (preferred) or steel manufacturing environments
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.