Technical Manager

Technical Manager

Location: Dunkirk, NY

Schedule: Full-time, on-site

Compensation: $115,000-$130,000 per year

Position Overview

Are you an experienced metallurgical leader ready to drive innovation, product quality, and process excellence in specialty steel manufacturing? A leading specialty metals manufacturer is seeking a Technical Manager to oversee metallurgical processes, guide product development, and lead a team in delivering high-quality, on-time results for demanding industries. In this role, you'll manage order-to-cash technical support, spearhead continuous improvement initiatives, and serve as a key driver of customer satisfaction. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a results-focused professional to shape technical strategy and ensure world-class performance in an advanced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science & Engineering required.

5+ years of process manufacturing experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

Experience in AS9100/Nadcap-certified mill environments strongly preferred.

Strong knowledge of specialty steels and processes such as AOD, VIM, ESR, VAR, hot working, heat treating, machining, and finishing.

Experience with non-destructive and destructive testing methods.

Proven success leading project teams and managing change.

Strong communication, team leadership, and project management skills.

High proficiency in statistical process control, analysis, and continuous improvement tools.

Ability to travel domestically and internationally to customer and vendor sites.

Must meet ITAR requirements as a U.S. citizen or U.S. person (visa sponsorship may be considered for strong candidates).Responsibilities

Lead metallurgical staff and prioritize workload based on business needs and available resources.

Ensure compliance with safety policies and promote a strong safety culture.

Initiate, develop, and implement process improvements to enhance product quality and consistency.

Oversee manufacturing plans, processes, and procedures for new product development.

Drive continuous improvement through lean tools, SPC, SQC, and other methodologies.

Ensure compliance with established quality systems, standards, and procedures.

Review and resolve customer claims and internal corrective action reports (CARs).

Manage product development projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective implementation.

Oversee contract reviews, material applications, and specific product design (SPD) processes.

Support OEM qualification activities and compliance testing requirements.

Define, track, and report technical performance metrics for timely communication and action.

Lead root cause analysis of rejects and non-conformities, implementing corrective actions.

Develop employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous improvement across technical teams.Benefits

Competitive salary: $115,000-$130,000 per year.

Health and dental insurance starting on day one.

401(k) with company match.

Paid holidays and company-paid life insurance.

Profit-sharing opportunities.

Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.

Collaborative, innovation-driven work environment.Take the Next Step