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 Plant Engineer to join Kaiser Aluminum in Chandler Arizona.
What you will work on:
Ensure the Building/Grounds/Equipment are maintained to promote a safe working environment.
Ensure compliance of all maintenance requirements, facilities requirements, Federal, State, local applicable regulations, OSHA, EPA, Tribal, and City of Chandler are followed.
Communicate with internal & external personnel on any matter relevant to your job function;
(Phone, e-mail, in person, by mail; etc.) as long as the communication does not violate
Kaiser Aluminum's Code of Conduct.
Solicit bids from contractors for new projects. Review proposals for completion & compliance with specifications & requirements.
Monitor construction to ensure all specifications & requirements are met.
Maintain working relationship with all utility companies e.g. (Gila River Power Authority & San Carlos Irrigation Project on plant power, Southwest Gas & maintenance requirements).
Submit construction plans & building permit applications to Gila River Indian Community for review & approval. Arrange for permit fee payment after approval.
Determine technical specifications for new equipment & solicit proposals from suppliers (ensuring conformance to specifications).
Facilitate plant & equipment improvements (both equipment and process).
Adhere to Kaiser Aluminum Alexco Plant Business Process Narrative Sox Controls.
Follow applicable Environmental, Quality, & Safety documents, if not valid notify the appropriate personnel.
Effectively manage and implement medium to high complexity multi-functional projects.
Responsible for scheduling, budget management and facilitating of projects through all phases.
Leverage and manage plant functional resources to successfully deliver project results.
What you will bring to the role:
Engineering Degree preferred.
Knowledge of federal, state, & tribal, regulations, laws & other government and corporate compliance programs.
Must have five plus (5+) years of experience in at least one area of mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic expertise.
Have strong leadership skills.
Have strong mechanical & electrical ability including understanding of machine operations & capabilities.
Excellent leadership and management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills & works as a team player effectively.
Competent in problem solving, team building, planning and decision making
Have an understanding of construction methods & materials.
Strong effective communication skills, both verbal & written. Be able to work with personnel at all levels of the organization including external personnel (agencies & contractors).
Able to read & interpret blueprints & related documents.
Able to work a flexible schedule.
Provide technical assistance to production and maintenance as needed.
Microsoft Office Proficiency
No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.
About Kaiser Aluminum: 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.