Manager II - Wire Product Metallurgy

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter Technology's high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology's wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

Manager II - Wire Product Metallurgy

Primary Responsibilities for the Manager II - Wire Product Metallurgy

• Develop and direct assigned Technology group.
• Working with manager, establish goals and objectives in support of the SAO plan aimed at producing a reliable, cost-effective, consistent, quality product for our customers.
• Participate with manager in the development of short and long term plans for assigned Technology group and ensures performance against plan.
• Manage to ensure that expeditious metallurgical support is provided, when required, to Manufacturing, R&D, and other departments as necessary.
• Evaluate, and execute when appropriate, requests for experimental orders.
• Develop and maintain strong cooperative and productive working relationships with peers, subordinates and superiors in all departments.
• Works with manager to develop knowledge and skills in the areas of strategy/plan development and alignment as well as leadership of broad quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required for the Manager II - Wire Product Metallurgy

• Four year college degree in Material Science or related Engineering / Science field.
• Five or more years of experience in a technical or R&D staff position. Management experience is not required.
• Applies business and technical expertise to achieve financial and operational objectives in assigned department.
• Has multi-disciplinary knowledge across the areas or departments.
• Develops area / departmental plans including business, production and / or organizational priorities.
• Manages resources to ensure financial and operational objectives are met
• Identifies and resolves complex technical, operational and organizational problems.
• Advanced knowledge of Carpenter's manufacturing systems, processes and products.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis methodology.
• Ability to execute business plans and achieve goals
• Ability to work in a production-oriented environment.
• Project management skills.
• Strong awareness of new technology
• Develops relationships with key customers to identify emerging needs
• Decisions are guided by resource availability and department / function objectives
• Effectively coaches, gives performance feedback and provides development opportunities within or across areas or departments.
• Ability to work cross functionally, both within organization and across SAO
• Open and candid communications style; willingness to dissent and encourage dissent prior to final decision making.
• Willingness to train and develop other professionals.
• Ability to listen objectively and impartially and effectively resolve conflicts.
• High responsiveness to customer requests.
• Good business writing skills.
• Presentation skills.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation's policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.