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Cost Engineer (Temp)

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Job Description - Cost Engineer (Temp)


We’re seeking a temporary Cost Engineer to join our Finance team. 


*This is up to a six month assignment at our Calvert, AL location (hybrid) 


 


Objective


The Cost Engineer acts as plant controller/financial advisor for the respective plant.  Plan, analyze and report production costs. This individual is an active member of the mill management team and is expected to lead and support all aspects of facility.



 
Requirements:


• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required. BS preferred.

• 3 – 5 years of experienced in desired field preferred.

• Provide support for preparation of capital investment.

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.

• Manufacturing experience is required; metals industry preferred.

• 5-10 years of previous experience in cost accounting/planning and analysis.

• Experience with SAP or similar ERP system.

• Strong experience in use and applications of Microsoft Office, mainly PowerPoint & Excel.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Industrial Engineering or similar discipline.


Skills:


• Problem Solving/Analysis

• Adaptability/Flexibility

• Dependability

• Planning

• Budgets/Cost Control

• Results Focus

• Effective Communication

• Relentless Drive for Improvement


Key Responsibilities:


• Coordinates with operation leaders to drive best practices, monitor cost performances, and work with operations’ teams to optimize cost strategies.

• Improves financial status by analyzing costs results and variances; identifying trends; recommending actions.

• Increases productivity by developing automated applications; eliminating duplications; coordinating information requirements.

• Prepares and assemble the specific cost and operational efficiency reports and solutions for operations management presented at the monthly business review meetings.

• Partner with business stakeholders to prepare and consolidate Capital Expenditure proposals and present to senior management for review and approval.

• Prepare complete cost of manufacturing figures to support the Annual Plan, Mid-year Review and Forecast processes by providing guidance, support and analytics to management for respective production areas.

• Conduct ad-hoc reporting and analysis (e.g., performance deviations) required for respective plant management.

• Participate or manage projects (if required) for cost reduction efforts (including scope of IT related projects) to support respective production area.

• Support accurate reporting of cost of manufacturing by providing timely and accurate accrual information relative to the respective production area.

• Provide reasonable and reliable new product cost estimates for basis in determining new business opportunities.

 

Hourly Rate:  $35.00 to $45.00


We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
 
If you need an accommodation to complete any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, you may call 251-225-9748 or email [email protected].  


 


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Sustainable Stainless Steel Producer

Outokumpu is a global stainless steel manufacturer. Hot and cold rolled coil, strip, sheet, precision strip, quarto plate, bar, and semi-finished long products. Ferrochrome.

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