Summer is in full swing, and July is already flying by. It is the perfect time to check in on your goals and celebrate the progress you have made so far. We are excited to share a new round of hot, open opportunities. If someone in your network is exploring what’s next, these roles could be a great fit. We have also added more high-caliber professionals to our STAR Talent database who are ready to make their next move. Take a look!

We are also excited to share that our new STAR Talent app is launching soon. This tool will make it even easier to connect with top talent and stay up to date on standout candidates in real time. Keep an eye out for more details coming your way!

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2025 Compensation Survey. Your insights are invaluable in helping the metals industry stay informed on evolving compensation trends. The results will be published in the August issue of Metal Center News. Stay tuned!

July Star Talent

#36682
Regional Fabrication Sales Manager

• Increased sales by 62% while increasing our network of fabrication partners

• Rebuilt the sales department while rebuilding sales (+25%) from a major loss of a government contract that made up 50% of the company’s revenue
• Grew sales by 215% over a 5-year period in a 13-state territory for a manufacturer of food processing equipment.

#289894
Outside Sales

• Meet and exceed sales budgets

• Ability to win/convert competitors’ customers
• Maintain and hold profitable sales margins
• Maintain the reputation to be a customer’s go-to person for product knowledge and market trends

#6762
Inside Sales

• Turned an account into a top 5 account at previous company, brought the same account to next 3 companies and made it a a top 5 account at each location while working there

• Worked with a processing account that was using 4 vendors. The processing was job specific, but had many of the same transferrable parts. After working with the customer for 6 months we came to an agreement that we would burn all of their jobs as the main supplier turning the account from $250,000/yr to over $5,000,00/yr.
• As Asst. GM was tasked with implementing a program that tracked actual live processing times, costs, and updates that worked in conjunction with our operating program.

#293035
Quality Manager

• Reduced warranty from 2.6M to 800k in one year

• Reduced supplier COPQ by 30% in one year
• Brought a startup facility up to compliance with AR M-1002 (tank car) in eight weeks’ time and passed AAR and DOT audits

MetalJobs Network Open Opportunities

Metallurgical Engineer and Quality Engineer –
#2468

• Must have 5+ years rolling mill leadership experience, zero exceptions.

• Must be open to working 12 hour shifts (4 on / 4 off)
• Experience directing crews as well as being hands on is required for this position
• Self-Starter, leader, relocation offered for the right candidate

Manufacturing Engineer
#2477

• 5+ years improving processes in metal fabrication

• Experience with SolidWorks, preferred
• Familiarity with heavy and light gauge fabrication
• Lives within 30 miles of Chicago
• Experience with low volume/high margin manufacturing processes

Safety Manager
#2481

• 5+ years leadership experience in a safety/EHS environment

• Must have experience working with in matrix organization with multiple sites
• Experience working in a large manufacturing environment and/or service center
• Ability to build a world-class safety program and safety campaigns
• Must be in the Chicago area and able to commute
• Knowledge and understanding of safety protocols and compliance

Product Manager
#2496

• Driven individual with the desire to learn and grow with the company

• 5+ years metals sales experience is preferred
• Stainless, Aluminum, and Titanium sales experience is a plus
• Proven success of high performance activity and growth of existing territory
• Must have recent outside sales experience in throughout the state of Indiana

Plant Manager
#2501

• Will oversee all daily plant activities, including production, maintenance, quality assurance, and safety

• Role plays a key part in ensuring operational efficiency, employee engagement, and meeting customer delivery expectations
• Minimum of 5 years’ management experience in a steel plant environment required
• Must have general understanding of OSHA compliance, reporting standards and safety best practices
• Coil processing & overhead crane experience strongly preferred… slitting experience required

Quality Control Tech
#2498

• Must have corrective action (CAPA) experience, this is required, no exceptions

• Must have experience working in heavy industrial or manufacturing environment
• Familiar with quality systems and attention to detail also required

#2461: Territory Manager

#2469: Rolling Mill Shift Supervisor

#2471: Sr Supply Chain Manager

#2488: Product Manager

#2504: Operations Manager

#2478: Assistant GM

#2494: Inside Sales Manager

#2495: Outside Sales

#2502: Outside Sales

Why a Metals Industry Recruiter Can Help You Access Better Candidates

Hiring the best and brightest talent not only guarantees the highest profits but also reduces the risk of loss or mistakes occurring on the job.

However, in today’s competitive job market, sourcing and attracting top talent is not an easy feat. Especially for specialized industries like metals, it can be challenging to find candidates with the right skills and experience to succeed in the field. That’s why a metals industry recruiter can help you access better candidates than you can on your own.