Quality Process Lead

021 Kaiser Aluminum Warrick, LLC; Newburgh (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry leading compensation program

401K options from day 1

First-rate vacation plan

Relocation assistance

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Kaiser Aluminum Warrick Operations is seeking a Quality Process Leader to drive problem solving on process, product, customer and equipment issues across shifts. You will minimize scrap and uphold customer quality expectations while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

You will monitor line processes, coordinate with metallurgists and review SQM maps to identify defects and disposition outcomes. This role requires strong leadership, technical insight, and a commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 2 years of quality experience in manufacturing.
• Proven ability to lead/supervise in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple requests while maintaining accountability and execution.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to adapt to changing production schedules.
• Must be able to work in a hot environment and stand 50% of the time.
• Desirable BS/BA in a related field and significant related experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete line audits and monitor processes to ensure customer and production expectations are met.
• Disposition metal in real time to ensure maximum recovery that meets customer requirements.
• Work with Area Metallurgists on quality issues that arise on shift.
• Review SQM maps on shift for quality defects and disposition accordingly.
• Become a Process Manager over key processes identified by management.
• Troubleshoot the SQM systems when issues arise.
• Inspect coils and samples for defects and troubleshooting and dispositioning.
• Send out Quality Shift Reports with metal dispositions along with detailed explanations.

Skills

Leading/supervising

Communication

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma

BS/BA in related field

Tools

SAP

Minitab

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kaiser Aluminum Warrick has been on the path of innovation, embracing the latest technologies for almost 60 years! We have revolutionized the industry and lead the way in the development of sustainable aluminum products the you use every day for food and drinks. Our people are the bedrock for our operations. Along with their dedication to excellence and integrity, our people are drivers of continuous improvement who build on new ideas while flourishing within our growing business. We provide opportunities for you to think outside the box and bring creative and progressive solutions to our operations. Our passion for inclusion, diversity and equity is a value at the core of our organization and people. Are you ready to start your journey with us and be the future of Kaiser Warrick Aluminum?

Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people.

We are looking for a Quality Process Leader to join Kaiser Aluminum Warrick Operations in Newburgh, Indiana! The Quality Process Leader will provide problem solving leadership on process, product, customer and equipment issues while on shift working through quality related issues to minimize scrap and maintaining quality expectations set by our customers.

What’s in it for you! To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, we provide an outstanding benefits package effective day one of employment!

• Industry leading compensation program.
• 401K options that begin vesting day 1.
• First-rate vacation plan for valuable work-life balance.
• Relocation assistance for new team members.
• Employee resource groups.

What you will work on

• Complete line audits and monitor processes to ensure customer and production expectations are met.
• Disposition metal in real time to ensure maximum recovery that meets customer requirements.
• Work with Area Metallurgists on quality issues that arise on shift.
• Review SQM maps on shift for quality defects and disposition accordingly.
• Become a Process Manager over key processes identified by management.
• Troubleshoot the SQM systems when issues arise.
• Inspect coils at the 2-56 when needed to obtain samples for troubleshooting and dispositioning.
• Inspect 10 ft samples for defects/features and react as needed when found.
• Send out Quality Shift Reports with metal dispositions along with detailed explanations.

About you

• High School Diploma 2 years of quality experience in manufacturing
• Proven knowledge of leading/supervising in a manufacturing environment
• The ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing requests while maintaining a culture of accountability and execution
• Able to effectively communicate by written and verbal communication
• Willing to adapt to changing work schedule to support production needs
• Must be able to work in a hot environment, when on the plant floor
• Must be able to stand 50% of the time.

It would be great if you had

• Strong technical aptitude along with proficiency with Microsoft Office, SAP and Minitab
• Working knowledge of Ametek SmartView surface inspections systems or other equivalent inspection systems
• Industrial manufacturing experience in the metals industry
• BS/BA and significant related experience

About Kaiser Aluminum Warrick

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

About Kaiser Aluminum

Kaiser operates 12 production facilities across North America. Collectively, these facilities allow us to produce an impressive range of value-added plate, sheet, and extruded products. This latter category includes extruded shapes as well as rod, bar, tube, forged stock and wire products. Each of our facilities specializes in manufacturing products for specific industries, allowing us to not only develop a deeper understanding of each market but also differentiate our processes to more efficiently meet the needs of our customers operating in those markets. Our commitment to continuous improvement is a big reason customers turn to Kaiser Aluminum time and again to deliver effective, innovative solutions. In fact, many customers have been with us since our founding. The fact is, our customers know there’s something different about the way we do things at Kaiser. They recognize our dedication to developing leading-edge solutions is backed by an uncommon commitment to good old-fashioned customer service and an uncompromising passion for exceeding expectations. It’s not an experience that’s easy to find these days. But it is The Kaiser Experience.