Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North
America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 10 million metric tons of mill finished
steel products. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and
downstream operations, the company serves customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, offering a
diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled
steel and wire rod.
We believe our employees are the best in the business. We have high standards and our employees
constantly strive to reach even higher levels of success. Gerdau growth is based on our values and on a
vision focused on excellence. We see customer satisfaction, the personal and professional growth of
each employee, total safety in the workplace, a commitment to our stakeholders, employees, and
communities, and profit as a measure of performance.
Gerdau is currently seeking a Management Systems Facilitator II/Quality Engineer for its Petersburg,
VA facility.
****Relocation assistance available****
Overview:
This position will assist the site Plant Management in implementing Management Systems processes.
The major role of this job is to focus on continuous improvement and integration of business processes,
identifying benchmarks and best practices, consistent application of the GBS (Gerdau Business System),
and act as a change agent to help achieve a higher level of results within the assigned location by
utilizing and implementing Management Systems processes.
Responsibilities:
 Assist the site Plant Management in implementing the Gerdau Business System (GBS) for the
assigned location.
 Conduct audits and helping to manage and maintain KPI records
 Facilitate training sessions and conduct follow up on standardization, audits, failure analysis,
results management, 5S, QIS, and other areas pertaining to the standardization of production
and business systems processes.
 Perform training sessions for all employees in the Management Systems policies, practices and
processes. This position will also train employees to maintain failure analysis databases, routine
management, GAP analysis and the facilitation of process mapping.
 Collaborate with other site Management Systems Facilitators on subjects pertaining to the GBS
processes, benchmarks, audits/housekeeping efforts, 5S initiatives and process improvement
methodologies.
 Assist with the development of the Annual Action Plan, and the administration of established
policies, practices, and procedures.
 Provide support in implementation, maintenance, and follow up on the IT systems related to the
Management Systems processes.
The major challenge for this position will be to gain buy-in from the location management team and
serving as a coach to all employees, as well as successfully engaging employees to be committed to the
GBS philosophy, processes, and methodologies. The Management Systems Facilitator II must possess
good communication skills, have the ability to articulate ideas, give feedback, resolve conflicts, and point
out areas where improvement is needed, as well as the ability to develop a positive relationship with
employees in order to develop credibility. Must be results-oriented and have the ability to motivate
others.
The Management Systems Facilitator II must perform the above mentioned duties and responsibilities in
accordance with all Federal, State, and Local environmental regulations. Employees must also report
any situation that may have a detrimental impact to human health or the environment to their
immediate supervisor.
Qualifications include:
 Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Materials Sciences required
 4 or more years of industrial experience (preferably in manufacturing) required
 CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) required from the ASQ (American Society of Quality)
 Proficient in Microsoft Office; SAP experience preferred
 Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing and/or 5S experience
 Statistical analysis skills
 Excellent presentation abilities
 Detailed-oriented and comfortable working with associates at all levels within the organization
Gerdau offers opportunities for advancement in an ever challenging, high-tech environment. We offer a
competitive salary and benefits package and the opportunity to grow with a world-class, multinational
company. We recognize the contributions of our team members and provide opportunities for
advancement.
Gerdau offers excellent benefits that start the FIRST DAY OF EMPLOYMENT!
Medical and Prescription
Dental
Vision
Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
401(k)
Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
Health Advocate Services
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Gerdau is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to diversifying its workforce.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country of hire without current or future
sponsorship.
Submit your application on line at:
https://gerdau.greatjob.net/jobs/EntryServlet?job=IMSGA&media=VSU
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