Metallurgy Process Engineer Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

The future. It’s on you. You & Golden Aluminum. We are a continuous casting aluminum rolling mill who established operations in 1984 and located in Fort Lupton Colorado, 35 miles north of downtown Denver. We care about our environment, our people, and our community. We’re honored to be selected by the Department of Energy to receive up to $22.3 million in investment supporting our Nexcast Mini Mill and other breakthrough projects which will steer the aluminum industry toward a greener, decarbonized future.

Job Summary:

The Finishing Process Engineer serves a critical role in support of manufacturing to ensure processes are in control and continually improved with respect to safety, quality, productivity, and cost. These processes include leveling, washing, slitting, coating and packaging of aluminum coil products. The position requires strong problem-solving skills, leadership, self-initiative, good communication, and teamwork. The Process Engineer stays abreast of modern technologies and applies them as appropriate to improve area performance. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

o Ensure the effectiveness and continuous improvement of the Golden Aluminum Quality Management System (QMS) to achieve departmental and GAI Quality Objectives.

o Support the Coating and Finishing processes including specific duties in:

o Oversight and improvement of product quality, safety, productivity, and cost.

o Maintenance of Process FMEAs and effective application of Control Plans.

o Work with external providers to improve processes.

o Control of Coating Line quality and maximization of yield.

o Control of Tension Leveler and Slitter quality and maximization of yield.

o Ensuring correct coil traceability through all area operations.

o Leading and driving effective Corrective and Preventive Action.

o Periodic written and verbal reporting.

o Creation and maintenance of Work Procedures and Instructions.

o Daily communication of issues and opportunities to upstream and downstream operations.

o Daily communication and follow up with Maintenance and Engineering on equipment issues and opportunities.

o Internal procedural and process audits as assigned.

o Participation in External Audits as assigned.

o Customer interaction as assigned.

o Training of area personnel in procedures and standards.

o Other reports, projects or tasks as assigned.

• Strong aptitude and desire to improve plant operations. Full commitment to complete training in process and problem-solving skills in a timely manner. Demonstrated competency upon completion of the training.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures. Ability to create or revise procedures for increased effectiveness.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and organization skills.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills. Must be able to effectively present logical information in a structured fashion to different levels of the organization and customer base.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug test based on federal law (includes marijuana).

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• BS in Metallurgical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 2+ years direct experience as a Quality and/or Process engineer in a heavy manufacturing environment. Experience in rolled coil products and processes.
• Familiarity with PFMEA, Control Plans, Kaizen, SMED, and other lean tools.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures. Ability to create or revise procedures for increased effectiveness.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and organization skills.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills. Must be able to effectively present logical information in a structured fashion to different levels of the organization and customer base.

Salary range: $80,000 -- $120,000 DOE

Benefits include competitive wages and profit sharing plan as well as medical, dental and vision benefits. Golden Aluminum also has a tuition and gym membership reimbursement!

Because Golden Aluminum thrives on the power of diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect, and contribution, we are committed to giving every qualified applicant and employee an equal opportunity.