Metallurgist

About the role

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc. For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America. Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life's most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions-solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future-we are making a positive impact that will last for generations. By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application. Metallurgist The Metallurgist assists in production and quality processes with emphasis in meeting customer deadlines, quality standards, safety improvements, scrap reduction, non-conformities, fewer returns and productivity improvements. Confers with management, engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities and other considerations to facilitate production processes. This position will ultimately gain a more thorough understanding of the company's material and processes that could provide expansion into new markets. Project work including but not limited to: Process development, Equipment evaluation, reduction of micro-porosity, selection of new alloys, etc. Develop practices to improve safety, quality, efficiency, yield, productivity, and costs Develop and optimize process and product development Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential Work closely with operations and provide training to operating personnel Manage Laboratory technicians in Iron and Sand labs. Manage metallurgical supply inventories and coordinate procurement process. Forecast scrap procurement demand and mix based upon Foundry schedule and communicate with purchasing. Write certifications for customer requirements. Provide metallurgical assistance to management, quality, engineering, foundry teams, and special projects Required Skills: Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field of work PhD desired Required Experience: 4+ years progressive work related experience with demonstrated proficiency in the discipline/technology/process related to the position including experience as a team member on project teams in a cross functional environment Iron foundry experience Heat treatment experience Machine shop experience Competencies Ethics and Values Drive for Results Customer Focus Overall Sales Process Effectiveness Customer Effectiveness & Influence Process Management & Compliance Personal Development/Continuous Improvement Other Compensation & Benefits: Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with 5% Company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well-being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more. Equal Employment Opportunity: Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department. This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The system compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This notice applies to all applicants and employees, including those hired to work