MetalJobs | September 2026
MetalJobs | September 2026
September has a way of bringing a renewed sense of urgency across the metals industry. Summer is winding down, year-end goals are coming into sharper focus, and companies are making moves now that will shape how they finish 2026 and enter the year ahead. For professionals across the industry, it’s also a great time to take stock of where you are and what opportunities may be worth exploring.
This month, we’re sharing another strong lineup of open positions from across the metals world – because the right move, the right hire, or the right introduction can make all the difference.
Be sure to check out the published results from our 2026 Compensation Survey in the August edition of MetalCenter News! Thanks again to everyone who contributed to this data!
September has a way of bringing a renewed sense of urgency across the metals industry. Summer is winding down, year-end goals are coming into sharper focus, and companies are making moves now that will shape how they finish 2026 and enter the year ahead. For professionals across the industry, it’s also a great time to take stock of where you are and what opportunities may be worth exploring.
This month, we’re sharing another strong lineup of open positions from across the metals world – because the right move, the right hire, or the right introduction can make all the difference.
Be sure to check out the published results from our 2026 Compensation Survey in the August edition of MetalCenter News! Thanks again to everyone who contributed to this data!
Spotlight Search
- 7+ years of progressive purchasing, procurement, or supply chain leadership experience, preferably within metals distribution or manufacturing required.
- Lead all purchasing, procurement, and sourcing activities while developing strategies that support profitability, inventory optimization, and customer satisfaction.
- Build and manage strategic relationships with mills and suppliers, negotiating pricing, contracts, allocation, and long-term supply agreements.
Our STAR Talent App makes it easy for candidates to showcase their experience and for hiring teams to access a vetted, industry-specific talent pipeline. Built for precision and powered by 34+ years of metals recruiting expertise, the app offers effortless, 100% confidential profile creation. Explore the app today to connect with top talent and opportunities.
- Accomplished sales career with a proven track record of success in both traditional sales territories as well as working with national accounts.
- Regularly achieved double digit growth by leveraging strong personal relationships at multiple levels with key customers.
- Experienced commercial growth at multiple locations including an integrated mill, national service centers and regional service centers.
- Possesses strong business acumen, enabling the development of deeper customer relationships through the achievement of mutual goals.
- In addition to strong commercial skills, brings extensive management experience and a proven track record of leading successful teams.
- Played a key role in opening the first warehouse location in the state of Nevada.
- Contributed as a member of the corporate account growth team, supporting strategic revenue expansion initiatives.
- Salesforce CRM expert and trainer across multiple locations.
September Star Talent
Our STAR Talent App makes it easy for candidates to showcase their experience and for hiring teams to access a vetted, industry-specific talent pipeline. Built for precision and powered by 34+ years of metals recruiting expertise, the app offers effortless, 100% confidential profile creation. Explore the app today to connect with top talent and opportunities.
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Outside Sales / Sales Manager
- Accomplished sales career with a proven track record of success in both traditional sales territories as well as working with national accounts.
- Regularly achieved double digit growth by leveraging strong personal relationships at multiple levels with key customers.
- Experienced commercial growth at multiple locations including an integrated mill, national service centers and regional service centers.
- Possesses strong business acumen, enabling the development of deeper customer relationships through the achievement of mutual goals.
- In addition to strong commercial skills, brings extensive management experience and a proven track record of leading successful teams.
- Played a key role in opening the first warehouse location in the state of Nevada.
- Contributed as a member of the corporate account growth team, supporting strategic revenue expansion initiatives.
- Salesforce CRM expert and trainer across multiple locations.
Featured Open Opportunities
#2781 – Fabrication Manger
- Must have experience multiple shifts, leading Supervisors and teams responsible for cutting, machining, stretch-forming, assembly, and other value-added fabricated metal manufacturing processes.
- Ability to work closely with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Sales, Quality, and outside processing partners
#2774 – Area Manager – Melt Shop
- Proven steelmaking leader with 10+ years of melting and casting experience in an EAF environment
- Demonstrated success leading large 24/7 operations with responsibility for safety, production, quality, cost, and workforce development
#2780 – Logistics Manager
- 5+ years of management experience in production planning, logistics, supply chain, inventory control, or a related manufacturing function
- Experience managing production schedules, raw-material availability, finished-goods warehousing, freight, and customer delivery requirements
#2697 – Engineering Manager
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 7+ years in aluminum extrusion or process manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of extrusion processes, equipment, and finishing operations
#2785 – Outside Sales
- Familiarity with flat roll steel products & processing is required
- Role will target specific business with OEMs in automotive & commercial markets
#2752 – General Manager
- 7-10+ years of experience in sales leadership or branch management within metals distribution industry needed.
- This role will lead the branch’s sales strategy, increased business development, and operations management of all warehouse and inventory management.
Featured Open Opportunities
#2781 – Fabrication Manger
- Must have experience multiple shifts, leading Supervisors and teams responsible for cutting, machining, stretch-forming, assembly, and other value-added fabricated metal manufacturing processes.
- Ability to work closely with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Sales, Quality, and outside processing partners
#2774 – Area Manager – Melt Shop
- Proven steelmaking leader with 10+ years of melting and casting experience in an EAF environment
- Demonstrated success leading large 24/7 operations with responsibility for safety, production, quality, cost, and workforce development
#2780 – Logistics Manager
- 5+ years of management experience in production planning, logistics, supply chain, inventory control, or a related manufacturing function
- Experience managing production schedules, raw-material availability, finished-goods warehousing, freight, and customer delivery requirements
#2697 – Engineering Manager
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 7+ years in aluminum extrusion or process manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of extrusion processes, equipment, and finishing operations
#2785 – Outside Sales
- Familiarity with flat roll steel products & processing is required
- Role will target specific business with OEMs in automotive & commercial markets
#2752 – General Manager
- 7-10+ years of experience in sales leadership or branch management within metals distribution industry needed.
- This role will lead the branch’s sales strategy, increased business development, and operations management of all warehouse and inventory management.
Hot Opportunities
#2794 – Outside Sales Rep
#2614 – Business Development Manager
#2655 – Inside Sales / Estimator
#2630 – High Voltage Electrical Engineer
#2779 – Regional Technical Sales
#2769 – Regional Technical Sales
#2762 – Quality Assurance Manager
#2784 – Melt Shop Superintendent
#2790 – Maintenance Supervisor
#2731 – Area Maintenance Manager
#2760 – Melt Shop Superintendent
#2796 – Maintenance Supervisor
#2797 – Reliability Manager
#2793 – Equipment Sales Rep
#2745 – Outside Sales Rep
#2746 – Outside Sales Rep
#2773 – Inside Sales
#2777 – Outside Sales Rep
#2783 – Outside Sales Rep
#2788 – Inside Sales
#2795 – Inside Sales
#2798 – Scrap Trader
#2799 – Steel Sales/Trader
For more information on any of the candidates or positions listed above, or to discuss your specific search needs, please contact our Search Consultants:
Mark Stocker
President, Owner
[email protected]
502-208-1212
Joey Golemboski
Vice President
[email protected]
502-208-1211
Darren Valentine
Project Director
[email protected]
502-208-1206
For more information on any of the candidates or positions listed above, or to discuss your specific search needs, please contact our Search Consultants:
Mark Stocker
President, Owner
[email protected]
502-208-1212
Joey Golemboski
Vice President
[email protected]
502-208-1211
Darren Valentine
Project Director
[email protected]
502-208-1206
Attracting the Next Generation of Talent in the Metals Industry
The metals industry has long been a cornerstone of manufacturing and production, but attracting the next generation of talent to this industry can be a significant challenge.
Millennials make up more than one-third of the American workforce, and with many of the baby boomers set to retire, this will create a dilemma for filling gaps in hiring. Younger workers often have a wide range of career options available to them and may not see the metals industry as an attractive or exciting career path.
However, there are several strategies that can be employed to make the industry more appealing to the next generation of workers.
By focusing on technology, sustainability, career growth opportunities, and other key areas, companies in the metals industry can position themselves as desirable employers and attract the talent they need to succeed in the years ahead.
Attracting the Next Generation of Talent in the Metals Industry
The metals industry has long been a cornerstone of manufacturing and production, but attracting the next generation of talent to this industry can be a significant challenge.
Millennials make up more than one-third of the American workforce, and with many of the baby boomers set to retire, this will create a dilemma for filling gaps in hiring. Younger workers often have a wide range of career options available to them and may not see the metals industry as an attractive or exciting career path.
However, there are several strategies that can be employed to make the industry more appealing to the next generation of workers.
By focusing on technology, sustainability, career growth opportunities, and other key areas, companies in the metals industry can position themselves as desirable employers and attract the talent they need to succeed in the years ahead.
MetalJobs Network has been serving staffing needs in the metals industry since 1991. Our specialty is identifying, attracting, and placing high-caliber talent.
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