The purpose of the Metallurgical Quality Controller will be ensuring the conformance of designated materials and processes, supporting the quality of product of the Proof Machining function of the organisation.  Using metallurgical methodologies to increase both cost and time efficiency of existing processes and alloys. Handling of ‘in production’ failures in a timely and effective manner to ensure conformance to customers.

Position in the Organisation

The Metallurgical Quality Controller will report to the Metallurgical Engineering Lead and form part of the proof machining business unit. You will liaise with other stakeholders and departments within the organisation to ensure that all products are produced to, or above the standard laid out in customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Metallurgical Quality Controller tasks and duties:

• Review and further develop production routing, streamlining and executing the transition into industrial-level production.
• Overall responsibility for the creation, review and understanding of technical documentation, including records of process and production methodologies and quality assurance documentation.
• Review of testing results and reporting on designated alloys. Analysis of test data to produce root cause analysis and help improve future produced alloys.
• Witnessing of metallurgical operations
• Organising and holding improvement project meetings to implement continuous improvement across all areas of responsibility.

Measurable Areas:

Technical Knowledge – Knowledge and ability to apply learned skills and experiences within their area/duties. High Quality and accuracy of work, showing attention to detail. Efficient use of time and resources to complete tasks/achieve objectives. Problem solving.

• Use learned knowledge and experience when handling failures and implementing solutions
• Use of technical expertise to implement effective alloy and process improvements.
• Act as a technical point of contact for internal queries

Reliability & Accountability – Attendance and Punctuality. Dependability and reliability. Achieving set goals and targets within an agreed time frame. Contributing to their own, their team and the company’s objectives.

• Accountable for the success of production line alloys
• Record, track and report on designated internal failure

Interpersonal Skills – Effectively communicating with any relevant stakeholders. Ability to work well with others and contribute to their team. Show leadership qualities when holding implementation meetings

• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, importantly the proof machining department in relation to issues and potential improvements.

Proactive Attitude – Willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Proactive approach to problem solving and identifying opportunities for improvement. Be able to adapt to changes within the working environment, flexibility in new challenges or changing of priorities. Want and willing for self development.

• Show initiative to assess and streamline processes where possible.
• Find opportunities for self/role development

Requirements for the position:

• Educated to Degree Level. Considerable experience would be considered in replacement for education.
• Strong Data Analysis Skills
• Effective decision maker
• Ability to articulate ideas with all areas of the company
• Focused and efficient problem solver
• Ability to create and follow project plans
• Strong written and verbal communication skills