Lead Quality Engineer: Steelmaking & Process Excellence

Cleveland-Cliffs; Burns Harbor (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs in Burns Harbor, IN is seeking a Lead Quality Engineer to guide daily quality activities, inspection, testing, and quality system compliance, with focus on reducing waste and improving metallurgical products.

The ideal candidate has steel industry experience in steelmaking, hot/cold rolling or plate operations, and strong leadership and communication skills to drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science or equivalent experience.
• 12 years’ experience in an industrial or related environment.
• Knowledge of metallurgical principles and steel defect origins.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Guide daily quality activities, inspections, and testing.
• Ensure quality system compliance and defect reduction initiatives.
• Lead product development and process improvement using data analysis.
• Provide technical solutions and material recommendations to customers.
• Collaborate with field sales to resolve major quality issues.
• Support continuous improvement and training of quality staff.

Skills

Metallurgical principles

Steel defect origins

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs in Burns Harbor, IN is seeking a Lead Quality Engineer to guide daily quality activities, inspection, testing, and quality system compliance, with focus on reducing waste and improving metallurgical products.

The ideal candidate has steel industry experience in steelmaking, hot/cold rolling or plate operations, and strong leadership and communication skills to drive results in a fast-paced environment.