Quality Technician II - Novelis : Job Details

Position OverviewNovelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace automotivebeverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta Georgia Novelis has approximately 13000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents.Responsibilities & QualificationsPosition Overview:The Novelis Finishing plant located in Uhrichsville, OH is seeking a Quality Technician. The Quality Tech will report to The Manager of Technical Services. There are varying rolls in the Quality Assurance Department. Areas of concentration include Customer Service, Product Auditor, Process Auditor, System Auditor, Product and Process Analysis, Document Control and Trial coordination for metallurgical analysis and for the classification of raw materials (chiefly scrap aluminum). The information produced is used to formulate and optimize cost and quality tradeoffs in the scrap mix. It is also used to gauge the reliability of vendors and efficiency of purchasing efforts.Rotating shift:3 days on, 3 days off, 12 hours shift each day, working 4am - 4pm, work schedule will rotate every couple of weeks from 4am - 4pm to 4pm -4am.Responsibilities:* Works in accordance with Lean policies and procedures established by Novelis, Uhrichsville Casting. Maintains a high level of 5S.* Assists production and operating personnel in solving production problems related to process or product quality conformance.* Communicates key daily, weekly, monthly, quality and production numbers.* Performs experiments or special tests involved in research and development projects.* Maintains Customer Information (CIS - reroll information), Mechanical and Coating Property databases, and other Excel spreadsheets and Access databases.* Completes product and process audits, with improvement recommendations.* Coordinates trials to include setup, running and analysis of results.* Maintains document control system including work instructions, policies, and Raw Material Inspection reports.* Operates and maintains Optical Emission Spectrometer, compatible P.C. and all lab equipment (i.e. centrifuge, profilometer, FTIR, Spectrometer, Moisture Analyzer, etc.) in order to provide accurate chemical analysis and other operation parameter testing.* Subject Matter Expert to all production departments related to quality information.* Supports operational efforts through data analysis, testing, and project coordination.* Assists Quality Manager with incoming materials downgrade and rejection assessments of raw material and insures the reroll product conforms to specifications.* Performs internal ISO quality audits and other audits as assigned.* Handles the disposal of hazardous lab waste.* Performs preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment to include calibration, profile, and regression adjustments on spectrometer.* Performs chemical analysis and inspection of all raw materials received as well as shredded materials.* Takes the lead on inspection of dump loads of scrap and segregated loads of raw material.* Assists the receiving dock with inspections and leads the effort on re-inspections looking for contaminants.* Work collaboratively with Maintenance and Engineering departments to support initiatives and activities for reliable people, processes, and equipment.Minimum Qualifications:* High school diploma or equivalent* Analytical skills and the ability to make logical, sound, and timely decision within established limits of authority is essential to this position.* Mathematics and algebra in calculating concentrations, percentages, metric conversions, etc. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.* Ability to compute ratios and percentages and interpret charts and graphs.* Applies basic mechanical and electrical aptitude in interpreting equipment and performs routine as well as maintenance level repair and calibration of test apparatus.* Statistical models to establish control charts and compile sample data for documentation and reporting.* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety policies and procedures, HR policies, standard work documents, maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc.* Effective written and oral communications skills.* Ability to work shift-based schedule in a fast-paced environment.* Highly motivated, results oriented, and challenge driven.* Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.* Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.* Proven ability to function with minimal supervision and the discretion to know when to involve upper management.What We Offer:Novelis benefits say a lot about how we care for each other. Our employees and their families have many different needs. As a result, our benefits offer choices on many levels and are high in quality, competitive in the marketplace, and affordable. These are a few of the benefits we offer to support you and your family's well-being:* Medical, dental and vision insurance* Health savings accounts - Company Funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)* Flexible Spending Account (FSA)* Company-paid basic life insurance and Additional voluntary life coverage* Paid vacation and competitive personal time off* 401(k) savings plan with company match* Retiree Medical Plans - medical and prescription drug coverage through Novelis sponsored Retiree Health Access* Retirement Savings Account* Employee assistance programs - available 24/7 to you and your family* Wellness and Work Life Support - career development and educational assistance!#LI-MH1Location ProfileOpened in 1985 the Uhrichsville facility produces flat rolled aluminum coil. The Recycling mill prepares scrap aluminum that is used in the rolling mill to create rolled aluminum coils to a desired gauge. Anneals temper the aluminum then it is leveled and sized to customer specification. Employing more than 400 people the facility produces aluminum sheet for building and construction automotive distribution transportation and consumer durable applications. Novelis recognizes its talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Novelis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All terms and conditions of employment at Novelis including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoffs recalls transfers leaves of absence compensation and training are without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal provincial or local laws.DisclaimerWe encourage all potential candidates to follow the protocols below and to be diligent when sharing any personal information:* Check the job posting is live and valid via our careers page: Careers - Novelis* Verify any communication with us by contacting our talent team at Careers - Novelis