Job Description
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 Controls Engineer to join Kaiser Aluminum in Chandler, Arizona! Requisition 1394 at www.kasieraluminum.com/careers.
The Manufacturing Plant Engineer is responsible for maintaining, improving, and optimizing plant equipment and processes with a strong focus on electrical systems, automation, and PLC-based controls. This role provides technical leadership for troubleshooting, system upgrades, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations.
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.
- Own and manage capital budget. Track spending against budget
- 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 Chandler Business Process Narrative Sox Controls.
- Follow applicable Environmental, Quality, & Safety documents.
- 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.