Primary Metal and Metal Product Manufacturing

Overview

The primary metal and metal product manufacturing industry includes companies that produce metal products through the smelting, refining, and casting of metal ores, as well as the forging, stamping, and rolling of metal products. These companies may also be involved in the production of metal alloys and metal products such as metal pipes, wire, and sheet metal.

Job Descriptions

1. Production Worker

Production workers are responsible for operating and maintaining machinery used in the production of metal products. This may include tasks such as loading raw materials into machines, monitoring production processes, and troubleshooting any issues that arise.

2. Quality Control Technician

Quality control technicians are responsible for ensuring that metal products meet quality standards. This may include tasks such as inspecting finished products, testing materials and products, and maintaining quality control records.

3. Maintenance Technician

Maintenance technicians are responsible for maintaining and repairing machinery and equipment used in the production of metal products. This may include tasks such as performing regular maintenance, troubleshooting equipment problems, and making repairs as needed.

4. Metallurgist

Metallurgists are responsible for studying the properties and behavior of metals and alloys in order to improve the production process. This may include tasks such as conducting experiments, analyzing data, and developing new metal alloys.

5. Sales and Marketing Specialist

Sales and marketing specialists are responsible for promoting and selling metal products to customers. This may include tasks such as identifying potential customers, developing sales strategies, and negotiating deals with customers.

Education and Experience

Education and experience requirements vary depending on the specific job. Production workers may only require a high school diploma or GED, while quality control technicians, maintenance technicians, and metallurgists may require a college degree in a related field. Sales and marketing specialists may require a degree in marketing or a related field. On-the-job training is usually provided for most positions in the industry.