Job Description
Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents. Responsibilities & Qualifications The Novelis Uhrichsville team is seeking an EMRA Leader. The Engineering Manager will develop methods, procedures and people to support the optimization of the processes on both sides of the plant. In this role you will be responsible for developing, submitting and managing an annual five (5) year capital plan, which supports the growth and sustainability of the manufacturing unit’s business objectives. You will also be accountable for the education of the workforce in the fields of Engineering / Reliability and will interact with all functions, both internal and external, to ensure that the Engineering / Reliability needs of the business are met. Responsibilities Direct the manufacturing unit in implementing and practicing good safe working practices through compliance with all federal, state, local and Novelis programs, procedures, and regulations. Drive improvement activities in support of the plants annual and strategic plans. Ensure engineering support, expertise and guidance is given to the Reliability Organization to develop an appropriate Manufacturing Unit Reliability Master Plan. Interact with operators, mechanics, electricians, planner, process leaders, shift specialist and reliability leaders on a regular basis to ensure the effectiveness of the PM/PdM system. Ensure reliability is an integral part of all projects and process optimization activities. Assist the engineering/reliability organization in coordinating and performing Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) for all significant failures in the facility. When new projects and/or changes are made to existing assets, involve the reliability organization to help ensure the appropriate training, communication, documentation and PM/ PdM’s are available and/or are created. Assess the current assets, relative to its life cycle and capability in achieving the business plan and recommend appropriate equipment changes to achieve and sustain. Evaluate and recommend changes and/or new technologies, which could differentiate Novelis in the marketplace through product quality, shorter lead times, cost, reduction in environment footprint and energy consumption, improved safety and health, etc. Identify and provide for the extended education needs such as workshops, classes, lectures, discussion groups, etc. to support the manufacturing unit EMRA Department. Coach and mentor members of the organization in the area of EMRA Excellence. Review and develop, in conjunction with HR, appropriate succession plans and hiring procedures and practices for the engineering organization. Provide leadership and guidance to ensure engineering/reliability activities related to process center improvement activities are supported and funded appropriately, to ensure they are completed in a timely manner, on budget and sustained. Coach and mentor craftspeople through the skill assessment process will be required. Help establish and implement maintenance, operational, and capital budgets along with performance objectives, development plans, goals and programs to contribute to maximization of return on investment of the unit. 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 Electrical, Controls, Automation or Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of work experience in the field of engineering in a management or leadership role. Effective organizational skills and ability to work with different levels of the organization. Excellent leadership skills and good interpersonal skills. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to manage conflict in a direct, yet respectful manner. Ability to organize and prioritize workload; must be able to manage multiple tasks at once without sacrificing attention to detail. Must be flexible and able to operate in a fast-paced environment. Proficient in Computer Software – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project Ability to write specifications and facilitate bids from contractors and suppliers. Fundamental