Raw Material Inventory Coordinator at Kaiser Aluminum in Newburgh, Indiana

Job Description:

Kaiser Aluminum Warrick has been on the path of innovation, embracing the latest technologies for almost 60 years! We have revolutionized the industry and lead the way in the development of sustainable aluminum products the you use every day for food and drinks. Our people are the bedrock for our operations. Along with their dedication to excellence and integrity, our people are drivers of continuous improvement who build on new ideas while flourishing within our growing business. We provide opportunities for you to think outside the box and bring creative and progressive solutions to our operations. Our passion for inclusion, diversity and equity is a value at the core of our organization and people. Are you ready to start your journey with us and be the future of Kaiser Warrick Aluminum?

Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for a Raw Material Inventory Coordinator to join Kaiser Aluminum Warrick Operations in Newburgh, Indiana! 

What’s in it for you!

To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, we provide an outstanding benefits package effective day one of employment!

• Industry leading compensation program.


• 401K options that begin vesting day 1.


• First-rate vacation plan for valuable work-life balance.


• Relocation assistance for new team members.


• Employee resource groups.

What you will work on:

• Tracks and Calculates Recycle Content/Purchased Scrap Consumption vs. Target (certification); Maintain Recycle Content File


• Develop Physical Inventory System/Segregation

• Conduct Scrap Segregation Audits/Own Process

• SPA for Electronic Inventory Management System

• Leader for Annual/Semi-Annual Physical Inventory

• Alloys – Ordering and Inventory Management (Mg Declaration)

• Own Dock (5 employees, procedures, changes, expectations, supplies, etc.)

• Process Manager for Melter -1 OA’s

• Monitor Cold Charges at #8 Complex

• Develop Standards for Cold Charging and Inventory Levels.

• Month End Inventory

• Audit Areas for Scrap Segregation

• Own Overall Process for Internal Scrap Movement (larger system/connection issues)

• Coordinates Deliveries at the Dock and West Field; Help with Scrap Inspections and Dock Refusals.

• Earmarks Metal from Secondaries for Release

• Ingot Mobile Equipment and Scale SPA

• Oily Scrap Sample Test

• Work directly with buyers/SCC’s/Secondaries on types/forms of inventories and acceptable scrap

• Forecast Monthly Scrap and Pure Usage; Validate Accuracy with metal Balance

• Furnace turn times and Melt loss studies

• Charging practices

• MG consumption and standards

• Skim room dross segregation

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  Continuous Improvement – we couldn’t do it without your owner’s mindset, and all of the acronyms that come with continuous improvement, 5S, RCA and LEAN. 


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  Direction and Servant Leadership – lead and demonstrate your people skills as you provide direction and support to your team of operators. 

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  Safety First – our values are important to us. Having a “safety first” approach is a key element for success. 


• The ability to work a full shift, promptness and availability to work overtime as needed.  


• Work and perform according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position. 


• Ability to work off-shift as required 

What you’ll bring: 

• High School Diploma or GED 


• 5 years' experience in an industrial scrap metals environment


• Proven knowledge of leading safety and/or quality programs & processes 


• Demonstrated leadership in a manufacturing setting 


• The ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing requests while maintaining a culture of accountability and execution

It would also be great if you had:  

• Experience in Metal Manufacturing Industry 


• Strong technical aptitude along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with SAP 


• BS/BA and significant related experience  

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing a diverse and inclusive culture. We are strongly committed to expanding inclusion, equity, and diversity – how we hire, develop, and inspire our diverse team members that reflects and relates to the increasingly multicultural community.

Kaiser Aluminum encourages applications from women, people of diverse backgrounds and those with different skills and life experiences. Kaiser is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.