Metallurgist

Do you want to help solve the world's most pressing challenges? Feeding the world's growing population and slowing climate change are two of the world's greatest challenges. AGCO is a part of the solution! Join us to make your contribution. 

AGCO is looking to hire candidates for the position of Metallurgist. 

As a Metallurgist the incumbent will join a team formed specifically to deliver a World Class metrology hub as an integral component of AGCO's supplier quality initiatives, sourcing strategies and efficiencies pursuant to AGCO's Farmer First model and NPS aspirations. The Metallurgist will provide metallurgical expertise, technical / operational project support, prepare, perform and document all elements of metallurgy inclusive of casting, forging, heat treat, machining, mechanical properties, certifications failure analysis for root causes for the purposes of part level PPAP / ISIR in the APQP process for part validation and approval for AGCO's serial production at its Global factories. The Metallurgist will collaborate with Quality Inspectors who will perform inspections on advanced level inspection equipment and many other forms of metallurgical inspection that are aligned with the level of accuracy required by the part tolerance and critical characteristics both locally and globally. The incumbent will have operational skills and training on reputable industry equipment brands and models. The Metallurgist will engage in the PPAP process, relative to metallurgical requirement for the proper inspection criteria. Coupled with this is communication and collaboration between the supplier of the part and the inspection to manage and point for clarity, inspection concerns, inspection rejections relative to the metallurgical needs. Further, the Metallurgist will need to collaborate with the AGCO factory Quality department of the intended serial part in the event there are application topics, clarity for inspection criteria or technical points that require validation. The Metallurgist will need to operate in an environment that is focused on compliance to industry standards, facility competency, lab process flow, efficiency, safety and lab site communications between AGCO manufacturing locations. The position must effectively and efficiently collaborate globally with Regional Supplier Quality teams, Global Purchasing, Manufacturing as well as the varying elements of a Supplier / Supplier's Quality to attain the necessary quality and performance levels that fulfill AGCO's "Farmer First" vision. The incumbent requires a strong acumen and engagement with other Metrology Lab Inspectors and Metallurgist to operate effectively across functions, countries, and brands. The incumbent is expected to have proven experience in operating in an manufacturing industry with critical industrial parts in many forms or commodities and materials. Finally excellent analytical skills to be able to understand the requirements and specifications for AGCO product.

Your Impact

• Management of Metallurgy related topics.
• Responsible for Quality of Lab Work and Performance of Metallurgy equipments [1. Sample Validation for PPAP’s, 2. Calibration of Equipments].
• Prioritize & on time closures of PPAP. Work Global solutions to create Metallurgy standards.
• Communication with factories to resolve challenges and / or action items.
• Apply EHS / 5S compliance to the Metrology Lab Manage and Project budget needs inclusive of OpEx and CapEx .

Your Experience and Qualifications 

• 12 years experience in Durable Goods, Heavy Equipment and / or Agriculture industry with a Bachelor Degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Automobile Engineering.

• 8 years experience in operating moderns Metallurgy inspection equipment . 5 years in managing a robust metrology inspection lab.

• Expansive knowledge of advanced inspection equipment inclusive of tolerance, application, calibration, set up.

• Robust competency to apply quality guidelines and standards.

• Experience in successfully interfacing within a large Global enterprise across multiple support sites and functions Strong leadership skill and discipline

   

Your Benefits 

• ​​GLOBAL DIVERSITY – Diversity means many things to us, different brands, cultures, nationalities, genders, generations – even variety in our roles. You make us unique!  

• ​ENTERPRISING SPIRIT- Every role adds value. We're committed to helping you develop and grow to realize your potential.  

• ​POSITIVE IMPACT – Make it personal and help us feed the world.  

• ​INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES - You can combine your love for technology with manufacturing excellence – and work alongside teams of people worldwide who share your enthusiasm. 

• ​MAKE THE MOST OF YOU – Benefits include health care and wellness plans and flexible and virtual work option………. 

 Your Workplace  

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures and perspectives. 

Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!  

Please note that this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, responsibilities, or benefits and may change at any time with or without notice.  

AGCO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer