Process Engineer - Melt Shop (Steel Manufacturing)

Gerdau•Petersburg, VA
•$105,000 - $121,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a key member of the operations team, you will partner with production leaders, maintenance teams, and plant management to improve safety, quality, productivity, reliability, and cost performance. You will serve as a change agent, helping implement best practices, standardization, and continuous improvement methodologies that support operational excellence. You will have the opportunity to drive meaningful improvements in a world-class manufacturing environment while building your career with a global leader with the lowest embodied carbon steel in the U.S. We value innovation, teamwork, safety, and continuous development, and we're looking for professionals who are passionate about making a lasting impact.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Materials Science, or a related field with 3-5 years of relevant experience, OR a High School Diploma/GED with 6-8 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in heavy industrial, or process manufacturing environments.
  • Knowledge of standardization and production quality methods required.
  • Experience in scrap processing, melting, casting, rolling, maintenance, finishing, or related manufacturing operations.
  • Proven success leading continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives.
  • Experience managing or supporting CAPEX projects.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and quality improvement methodologies.
  • Strong communication, presentation, coaching, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to influence change and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

  • Strong knowledge of steelmaking and Melt Shop operations preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead continuous improvement projects focused on Melt Shop operations and performance.
  • Analyze production and process data to identify trends, opportunities, and root causes of recurring issues.
  • Reduce process variation and improve operational reliability through data-driven problem solving.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain process standards, systems, and best practices.
  • Manage and support CAPEX projects from planning through execution.
  • Collaborate with production, maintenance, and leadership teams to improve equipment, processes, and overall plant performance.
  • Facilitate employee training on continuous improvement methodologies and problem-solving techniques.
  • Coach and develop employees on Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, QIS, Failure Analysis, and other improvement tools.
  • Support annual business planning, goal development, and strategic improvement initiatives.
  • Provide technical expertise and consulting to operations teams on process optimization and performance improvement.
  • Promote and support a strong culture of safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
  • Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
  • 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
  • Life/Accidental Life Insurance/STD/LTD
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Health Advocate Services
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Career Path System and Training
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