Technical Director

New Hartford, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Professional Summary

Dynamic and results-driven technical leader with over 10 years of experience in the nickel and specialty metals industry including 5 years in aerospace. Proven expertise in driving operational excellence cultural transformation and a Zero Defects mindset across complex manufacturing environments. Adept at leading cross-functional engineering teams and managing technical resources to support strategic business goals.

Core Competencies

Technical Leadership: Oversight of Process Engineering Product Engineering and Laboratory functions to ensure high product and process performance.
Process & Product Excellence: Expertise in VIM VAR ESR and bar mill operations; strong focus on process control yield improvement and scrap reduction.
Quality & Compliance: Champion of SPC MSA PFMEA and 8D methodologies; committed to building a strong internal and external quality reputation.
Strategic Oversight: Budgetary responsibility capital expenditure planning and technical support for raw material purchasing and sales contract reviews.
Customer & Industry Engagement: Technical liaison for customer support complaint resolution and industry representation at seminars and forums.

Key Achievements

Led technical transformation initiatives to embed a Zero Defects culture across operations.
Directed technical evaluations that improved product quality reduced costs and enhanced process control.
Established robust monitoring systems for key process parameters and drove continuous improvement.
Provided technical leadership across multiple facilities including New Hartford and Dunkirk operations.
Developed and mentored high-performing engineering teams aligned with business objectives.

Education & Qualifications

Education: B.S. in Metallurgy Materials Chemical Mechanical or related Engineering field (M.S./Ph.D. preferred).
Industry Experience: 10 years in technical management within the metals industry; 5 years in aerospace with leadership responsibilities.
Special Skills:
- High-temperature nickel-based superalloy melting/conversion
- Proficiency in SPC MSA PFMEA and 8D
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Rapid decision-making in high-pressure environments

Required Experience:

Director

Professional SummaryDynamic and results-driven technical leader with over 10 years of experience in the nickel and specialty metals industry including 5 years in aerospace. Proven expertise in driving operational excellence cultural transformation and a Zero Defects mindset across complex manufactur...