Operations Excellence Engineer

Responsibilities

• Quickly and accurately diagnose system flow issues and problem-solve with cross-functional teams.
• Apply engineering background and statistical approach to help non-analytical roles to define true opportunity for improvement.
• Collect, organize and analyze data to identify losses and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with Process Leaders and Sponsors to ensure that teams are provided with the correct data and tools to improve operational performance.
• Audit the effectiveness and progress of implementing NOS.
• Support growth and maturity of Routine Management across the facility.
• Pull, analyze and interpret data to support decisions on priorities.
• Assist with the cascade of targets to the process and aligning Key Process Indicators for the operators.
• Use knowledge of Novelis technologies, standards and best CI practices to facilitate improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, shorten lead times, reduce costs or energy consumption, improve safety.
• Partner with leaders to standardize processes using key tools such as process maps, inspection routes and job instructions.
• Develop & deliver training on key tools and improvement methodologies as needed.
• Lead or co-lead various Improvement Events – Rapid Improvement Events, Value Stream Analysis, 6s, Standard Work, Flow Cells and DMAIC projects resulting in measurable business improvements.
• KPI tracking, data analysis, data management.
• Monitor improvements and report on overall progress to the OpEx Leader/Manager.
• Work closely with Process and Operational Leaders identifying barriers and encouraging teamwork.
• Coach Improvement teams to develop a continuous improvement culture, where NOS / CI is interwoven into the way we do business.
• Engage in change management initiatives and support the plant by effectively communicating change.
• Adhere to and support company quality, environmental, health & safety, and certification standards, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, IATF 16949:2016, and ASI Certifications, where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required (Process, Industrial, Mechanical)
• 2+ years’ experience in process, engineering, automation or manufacturing
• Previous improvement experience and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher training
• Ability to engage all levels in the organization and influence others
• Good people skills and strong communication skills (written and verbal), building team relationships, and organizational skills
• Fluent in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering
• 2+ years’ experience facilitating, coaching, implementing TPM, Lean, WCM
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Experience programming data mining tools (Minitab, PowerBI)

What We Offer

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Health savings accounts – Company Funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Company-paid basic life insurance and Additional voluntary life coverage
• Paid vacation and competitive personal time off
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Retail savings plans – medical and prescription drug coverage through private exchange
• Employee assistance programs – available 24/7 to you and your family
• Wellness and Work Life Support - career development and educational assistance

Location Profile

Opened 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.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Health savings accounts – Company Funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Company-paid basic life insurance and Additional voluntary life coverage
• Paid vacation and competitive personal time off
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Retail savings plans – medical and prescription drug coverage through private exchange
• Employee assistance programs – available 24/7 to you and your family
• Wellness and Work Life Support - career development and educational assistance

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.