Hydro  Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.  Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

Hydro is committed to leading the way in shaping a sustainable future and in doing so, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways to industries that matter.

Job Location: Spanish Fork

Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions 
• Education Assistance 
• Bonus Plan Eligibility 
• Parental Leave 

Job Summary:

The Quality Engineering function is the core of the quality group innovation. Resources tasked with this function should be true engineering minds who can see inefficiencies, understand the metallurgy of the product, and thrive on the shop floor working to solve problems alongside the operators. They should be proficient in mass scale data analysis and interpretation and can communicate with and can relate to the mindset of an operator. Resources in these positions should be highly proficient in training and coaching. This position reports directly to the site quality manager.

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline is preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience quality and/or continuous improvement functions in the heavy manufacturing industry. Equivalent technical degree may be accepted in lieu of experience; Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
• Demonstrated high standard for excellence and core belief in quality compliance, accuracy in reporting and ethical behavior within a manufacturing environment (laboratories, in particular).
• Must be capable of coaching and training floor personnel on subjects of compliance and ethic.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience in the Aluminum extrusion manufacturing or similar processing industry preferred.
• Self-starter, able to work both along or with a team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversees Quality Systems Certification: Oversees all site quality systems certifications (ISO 9001:2015, ISO 17025). Oversees internal auditing, management review, external registrar auditing.
• Ensures Internal Quality Systems Compliance: Oversees deployment and efficient site use of internal quality systems (Corrective & Preventative Action, Change Point Management, Lab Quality Systems).
• Administrates Site QS Platform: Oversees use and information management within the Compliant PRO Quality Systems platform.
• Works extensively on the shop floor daily alongside operators infusing quality thinking and local problem solving for cultural transition.
• Daily Gemba walks to scour the site for visible issues in the product and process. Coordinates immediate resolution.
• Leads formal Optimization Team / kaizen initiatives related to product quality alongside EBS and OpEx. Listens to operator feedback on issues that need resolved. Gets it done through site resources.
• Supports learning organization initiative through daily teaching / coaching on the shop floor. Imparts technical knowledge of the process and reactionary logic based on process deviation observation.
• Develops SPC tools and works to manage the output response to special cause variation.
• Coordinates internal product / process trials and serves as NATC liaison for new product development initiatives in the plant, including PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) management.

 Hydro values diverse skills and perspectives among employees. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

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