United States Steel Corporation

Manager - Quality Assurance

United States Steel Corporation$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in metallurgical, chemical, or mechanical engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in steel manufacturing with expertise in Quality Assurance
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills for engaging with team and customers
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
  • Experience with statistical process control and quality control tools like Minitab
  • Proficient in data collection and analysis using computer systems

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and enhance Quality Key Performance Indicators, including compliance and customer claims
  • Lead corrective actions and establish quality gates to minimize defects
  • Address customer complaints in collaboration with sales and service teams
  • Work with plant leadership to improve quality processes for operational efficiency
  • Manage cross-functional teams focused on quality and delivery improvements
  • Prepare and present quality reports to leadership and executive management
  • Ensure procedures exist to prevent non-conforming products and maintain ISO/IATF certifications
  • Guide a team of QA engineers in hiring, developing, and performance management

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Supportive work environment with emphasis on teamwork and collaboration
  • Engagement with a diverse range of stakeholders, promoting broader career exposure
  • Involvement in significant quality assurance initiatives within a large organization
  • Stable work environment with established industry reputation
Full Job Description
Job Description

U. S. Steel Corporation has an opening for a Department Manager - Quality Assurance at our Irvin Works facility.

Responsibilities include the following:
  • Evaluate and drive improvement in unit Quality Key Performance Indicators which could include chemistry compliance, casting slabs made as ordered, diversions, reworks, and customer claims.
  • Lead and drive appropriate corrective actions and put in place production quality gates to prevent or minimize defects.
  • Work with sales and customer service groups to address customer complaints and claims, coordinate customer visits, and improve customer delight with steel products.
  • Work collaboratively with plant operating leadership teams to evaluate and improve quality processes, procedures, and systems to maximize operational capabilities & efficiencies.
  • Manage and lead cross functional teams focused on development, quality, yield, and delivery making recommendations for continuous improvement.
  • Develop and deliver appropriate reports to plant leadership and executive corporate management.
  • Ensure proper procedures and processes are in place to prevent non-conforming product from being produced or getting to the final customer.
  • Maintain ISO and IATF certifications which includes management of the corresponding control systems, internal and external audit programs, and document and record control throughout the unit.
  • Operate in a heavy industry environment with a unionized workforce.
  • Manage all facets of a team of QA engineers, including hiring, retention, coaching and developing, setting performance objectives, and conducting performance reviews.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in metallurgical engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering chemistry, or a closely related field
  • At least five years of experience in steel manufacturing which demonstrates technical expertise in Quality Assurance activities
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to listen as well as communicate with all stakeholders, including his or her team, customers, vendors and regulatory agencies.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with statistical process control and other quality control tools and techniques (i.e. Measurement System Analysis, Minitab)
  • Strong aptitude with computer systems, data collection and data analysis.


Competency Summary

At U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:

Think: Think Critically and Drive Change
Lead: Develop Talent and Collaborate
Do: Empower Performance and Deliver Results

About United States Steel Corporation

United States Steel Corporation is an integrated steel producer with major production operations in the United States, Canada and Central Europe and an annual raw steelmaking capability of 27 million net tons. The company manufactures a wide range of value-added steel sheet and tubular products for the automotive, appliance, container, industrial machinery, construction, and oil and gas industries.

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Learn more about United States Steel Corporation
Size
24,540 employees
Market Cap
$6.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$1.1 billion
Founded
1901
5 Year Trend
+14.6%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
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