Cleveland-Cliffs · 3 hours ago
Quality Specialist
Rockport, IN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelCleveland-Cliffs Steel is the largest flat-rolled steel company in North America, and they are seeking a Quality Specialist at their Rockport Works facility. The Quality Specialist will evaluate product quality using inspection tools and data systems, make disposition decisions, and collaborate with various teams to ensure customer satisfaction.
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Responsibilities
Make disposition decisions (reject/retreat) based on customer specifications, product performance requirements, and end-use application
Identify nonconforming material, determine root causes, and initiate immediate containment actions to prevent further quality issues
Analyze production and process data to identify trends affecting quality performance; recommend corrective and preventive actions
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Technical Services, and Customer Quality teams to resolve product concerns and maintain customer satisfaction
Support and coordinate production trials for new customer orders, new coatings, and process improvements
Develop and implement updates to quality procedures, standards, and best practices to drive continuous improvement
Build a full understanding of plant processes, including coating lines, inspection systems, and downstream customer requirements
Participate in problem-solving activities, audits, and customer complaint investigations as needed
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across departments and levels
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to work with technical data systems
Ability to work periodically outside of normal business hours as production needs dictate
Willingness to travel to other Cleveland-Cliffs facilities or customer locations as needed
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced mill environment with complex operations
Ability to perform duties in a heavy industrial setting, including working around moving equipment, and navigating plant areas safely
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Materials Science, or a related technical field
Prior experience in manufacturing, steelmaking, or heavy industrial operations
Familiarity with surface inspection systems, quality tools (e.g., 8D, root cause analysis), or customer specification review
Knowledge of coated steel products and related processing equipment
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement plan
Education assistance
Paid time off
Company
Cleveland-Cliffs
Cleveland-Cliffs is a leading North America-based steel producer with focus on value-added sheet products, particularly for the automotive industry.
Founded in 1847
10001+ employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Lourenco Goncalves
Chief Executive Officer
James Graham
Executive Vice President, Human Resources, Chief Legal and Administrative Officer & Secretary
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