Plant Metallurgist

Job summary

Orillia, Ontario (In-Office) Full-Time, 40 hours/Week, Permanent $95,000+ / Year, Salary Band C Please reference – Req. S26-16 – (1 Vacancy) KMC specializes in high-performance alloys and friction materials from raw materials to finished products under one roof in Orillia, Canada. Manufacturing unique heat-resistant alloys and high-nickel/chrome alloys primarily for the petrochemical industries, Kubota leads the industry in quality and advanced technology. As per customer requirements, Kubota designs and casts centrifugal pipes and static castings of fittings, which are then machined, welde…

Job details

Orillia, Ontario (In-Office) Full-Time, 40 hours/Week, Permanent $95,000+ / Year, Salary Band C Please reference – Req. S26-16 – (1 Vacancy) KMC specializes in high-performance alloys and friction materials from raw materials to finished products under one roof in Orillia, Canada. Manufacturing unique heat-resistant alloys and high-nickel/chrome alloys primarily for the petrochemical industries, Kubota leads the industry in quality and advanced technology. As per customer requirements, Kubota designs and casts centrifugal pipes and static castings of fittings, which are then machined, welded (Automatic, Semi-Automatic, Orbital & Manual), GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, followed by in-house NDT (RT, PT, VT), in-house DT, R&D lab, as well as hydro testing. Summary: Responsible for selecting, writing, monitoring and improving metallurgical processes for Kubota Materials Canada Corporation. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): * Specify alloy codes and heat treatments in accordance with customer and local specifications (ASTM, PED, TSSA, ASME Section IX) * Prepare and issue Material Testing pages (MT-pages) & Heat Treatment Procedures; respond to customer or internal inquiries * Meet with customers to address Pre-Inspection meetings issues; review specifications to determine metallurgical capabilities/processes for completion * Check daily chemistry reports address “off analysis” heats * Specify melting procedures and audit/amend as needed * Review incoming MTR’s for raw materials with Purchasing, to ensure continued quality standards * Control MF-codes in the LN system, including work instructions and bills of material * Provide input on welding metallurgy in conjunction with the Welding Technologist for novel welding procedures * Assist Quality department, Sales, Engineering, R&D, upon request * Initiate scrap sales of unusable shavings/revert, cut-off and blast dusts * Initiate and track refining operations with outside vendors * Survey Heat treat equipment for uniformity and fitness for service, suggest maintenance activities based on findings * Monitor raw material loading based on the planning schedule to maintain sufficient supplies for production * Assess material certifications prior to purchase and after receipt * Ensure alignment with the overall departmental goals and objectives for production * Support Kubota Global Identity, with the Brand and Spirit statements of Kubota Materials Canada Corporation Other related duties, as required What we offer: * Paid benefits (Health, Dental, LTD) and Pension Plan * 2 weeks vacation per year to start * Access to an EAP Program that offers mental health supports, resources and more * Continuous professional development opportunities to support career growth EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor’s Degree or a Diploma in Engineering or Metallurgy or Material Science * Professional Engineers of Ontario designation (maintain current standing) an asset * Minimum 3 years experience in Metallurgical role * Proven understanding of metallurgical concepts, processes and analytical techniques * Demonstrated knowledge of material properties of steel, specifically stainless steels and related alloys * Strong analytical skills * Demonstrated working knowledge of principles of lean methodology for process improvement * Ability to meet tight deadlines with multiple tasks and shifting priorities * Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite We thank all applicants for their interest in Kubota Materials; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Kubota Materials Canada Corporation is an equal opportunity employer which considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Kubota Materials Canada Corporation prohibits discrimination based on these or any other category protected by law. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. We personally review each resume against the job posting, matching knowledge, skills, and abilities. We do not use AI for this review; instead, we match expertise and skills to each job posting. We appreciate your time; however, we are unable to contact every applicant. Only those selected to proceed with our recruitment process will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Responsible for selecting, monitoring, and improving metallurgical processes, including specifying alloy codes and heat treatments. The role involves managing material testing, auditing melting procedures, and collaborating with quality and engineering departments.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Engineering, Metallurgy, or Material Science with at least 3 years of experience in a metallurgical role. Knowledge of stainless steels, related alloys, and lean methodology is essential.

Benefits

• Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Long Term Disability • Pension Plan • Vacation • Employee Assistance Program • Professional Development

Listed skills

• Production · Preferred
• Analytical · Preferred
• analysis · Preferred
• materials · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Sales · Preferred
• Process · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Audit · Preferred
• Customer · Preferred
• Lean · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Metallurgical Process Improvement
• Alloy Specification
• Heat Treatment
• Material Testing
• Welding Metallurgy
• Lean Methodology
• Analytical Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Quality Control
• Material Science