Quality Engineer - QA/Metallurgist
LED FastStart • Shreveport, Louisiana, United States
Role & seniority: Quality Management Professional (Senior/Experienced) at Benteler
Stack / tools: MS Office; SAP; NDT methods (e.g., X-ray, ultrasonic); knowledge of API, ASTM, ASME standards; data analysis and reporting
Top 3 responsibilities
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Ensure parts meet customer requirements and industry standards
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Monitor/control materials and manufacturing processes; investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions
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Analyze quality data, prepare reports, and drive quality improvement initiatives (including non-destructive testing and product development support)
Must-have skills
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Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
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Minimum 3 years metallurgical experience in the steel industry
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Experience with NDT methods; project management experience in quality projects
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Proficiency in MS Office and SAP; strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
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Knowledge of quality standards/regulations (API, ASTM, ASME)
Nice-to-haves
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Experience with tubular/steel manufacturing
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Additional NDT methods or quality tools (e.g., Six Sigma) and broader software/tools experience
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Location & work type: Shreveport, LA, US; permanent/full-time; 40 hours/week; on-site
Full Description
Job Requirements
Location: Shreveport, LA, US
Division: BENTELER Steel/Tube
Functional Area: Quality Management
Career Level: Professional
Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time
Weekly Working Hours: 40,00
Required Languages: English
Requisition ID: 44366 At BENTELER, we make it possible. From promoting individual talents to international career prospects, or from generous opportunities for designing your career to personal development opportunities—at BENTELER, we always have answers to your questions about the future, based entirely on your personal needs. Diverse options that makes sure you can be anything and everything. Or, as we like to put it: BENTELER makes it happen!
Core Responsibilities
Ensuring quality: Ensuring the quality of parts produced by Benteler meets customer requirements and industry standards.
Material and process control: Monitoring and controlling materials and manufacturing processes to ensure they meet specifications.
Quality issue investigation: Investigating quality issues and recommending corrective actions.
Data analysis and reporting: Analyzing data related to quality issues and preparing reports.
Communication and collaboration: Communicating with different departments, including customers and suppliers, to address quality concerns and implement quality improvement initiatives.
Process improvement: Identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing changes to enhance quality.
Non-destructive testing (NDT): Utilizing NDT methods to inspect products and materials.
Product development: Participating in product development activities, providing technical expertise in quality aspects
Job Requirements
- Bachelor in Metallurgical Engineering / Material Sciences or related field.
Years of industry experience: Minimum 3 years of Metallurgical experience in the Steel Industry Experience with tubular and/ or steel manufacturing is preferred.
Project management experience: Experience in project management, particularly in quality-related projects.
Experience with NDT methods: Familiarity with various NDT methods (e.g., X-ray, ultrasonic testing).
Software proficiency: Proficiency in MS Office, SAP, and other relevant software.
Knowledge of quality standards and regulations: A strong understanding of relevant quality standards and regulations, such as API, ASTM, and ASME.
Problem-solving skills: Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve quality issues.
Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Analytical skills: Ability to analyze data and draw conclusions.
Organizational skills: Strong organizational and planning skills. Your contact Samantha Ann Metoyer
BENTELER Human Resources
Phone: +1 318 216-4187
