Trains and supervises materials engineers and other engineers and employees to optimize person and machine interface to continuously improve the quality and productivity of the operating units producing stainless steel. Oversees the evaluation of the quality and quantity of raw materials including scrap, ores and alloys used in the production of stainless steel products to optimize casting operations. Sets productivity goals and quality standards for production of stainless steel products and oversees quality control for these products from a materials engineering perspective. Oversees the development of processes to optimize downstream manufacturing characteristics (metallurgical specifications, mechanical properties, corrosiveness, etc.) for materials and products made from stainless steel products. Coordinates with other department supervisors to schedule, process, and transfer in-process materials. Coordinates with maintenance on planned outages, preventative maintenance, and special projects to improve quality of stainless steel products. Interacts with the Technical Department to insure proper compliance with ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) international standards and procedures are followed on all manufacturing units to obtain the proper metallurgical properties and quality of steel in process. Manages unit costs for operational spares to optimize efficient production and avoid down time operationally. Maintains appropriate inventory levels and operational spare parts to avoid or minimize lost time operationally. A bachelor’s degree in Energy and Materials, Materials Science, or Materials Engineering and one year of experience as a Quality Control Engineer are required. Proficiency in stainless steel manufacturing quality control as shown by one year of experience in this area is required. Job located at 6870 Highway 42E, Ghent, KY 41045. Apply with the employer, North American Stainless, 6870 Highway 42E, Ghent, KY 41045, or online at www.northamericanstainless.com/applications. Refer to Job ID 1001.