Improvement Mechanical Engineer- Maintenance Job Details | Gerdau

Gerdau Ameristeel • Jackson, TN

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About The Position

The primary objective of Improvement Facilitator is to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of all improvement aspects within their area of responsibility at the Jackson Mill.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, or related field
• Minimum 4-6 years of practical training pertaining to scrap processing, melting, casting, rolling, maintenance, finishing, and/or shipping/warehouse operations, and to include some supervisory and facilitation experience
• Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of the business system and of steel manufacturing methods and techniques involving the use of heavy mill machinery and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for improvement within his/her area of responsibility and approve standards developed from these efforts
• Responsible for developing and implementing activities that support the annual action plan specifically as they relate to improvement projects
• Design or develop new or alterations to existing structures, systems, and equipment
• Provide timely and accurate cost estimates on proposed improvement efforts
• Support and participate in CAPEX projects
• Develop and coach employees capabilities and knowledge in the application of QIS methodology and participate as required in QIS events
• Participate and contribute to the achievement of department goals including goal setting
• Serve as a resource to facilitate the vertical and horizontal help chain
• Responsible for data entry into GMR and/or other systems utilized for tracking goals and projects
• Assist with safety related activities within the area

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
• 401K
• Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
• Health Advocate Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree