Quality Specialist - Columbus Steel
About The Position
The role of a Worthington Steel Quality Specialist is to increase shareholder value by minimizing the Cost of Quality and providing the Customer with a product that meets their expectation in the spirit of Our Philosophy. This role supports manufacturing operations and promotes a safe, customer-focused, and compliant work environment Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in, but your previous experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply! At Worthington Steel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization. Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel’s expertise in carbon flat-roll steel processing, electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions are driving steel toward a more sustainable future. As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America, Worthington Steel and its 4,600 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers’ visions through value-added processing capabilities including galvanizing, pickling, configured blanking, specialty cold reduction, lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington operates 32 facilities in seven states and six countries. Following a people-first Philosophy, commitment to sustainability and proven business system, Worthington Steel’s purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers, creating opportunities for employees, and strengthening its communities. Worthington Steel Inc., and its subsidiaries, is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability or veteran’s status.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of quality standards, tools, methods, and concepts
- Ability to lead product and process audits
- Advanced understanding of product defects and nonconformance disposition
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
- Advanced math and statistical capability
- High-level verbal and written communication skills in a team environment
- Above-average ability to build relationships and collaborate cross-functionally
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize
- High degree of professionalism, self-motivation, and willingness to learn
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, OneNote)
- Ability to effectively navigate enterprise systems such as Oracle, Oracle Analytics Cloud, SharePoint, and IQS
- Quality-related experience in a manufacturing environment
Nice To Haves
- ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct internal and layered process audits; make data-driven recommendations for improvement
- Support quality-related production issues and participate in daily performance meetings
- Enter, monitor, and analyze scrap, rework, rejection, claims, and inspection data
- Perform routine inspections; collect, track, and submit test samples
- Inspect and disposition nonconforming and hold material; manage DHM and THM holds to defined metrics
- Monitor internal diversions, external claims, and aged hold material
- Drive corrective actions to completion for internal and external quality issues
- Participate in root cause analysis for product and process issues
- Maintain the organization’s calibration process
- Support quality programs to ensure compliance with internal standards, customer requirements, and audit expectations
- Review suspect material using vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Mill Minder)
- Engage in transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Promote and practice company philosophy, safety, and quality standards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
