Adult Social Rehabilitation Intern

Position Overview

Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Novelis is seeking an Associate Operations Leader to support our Can Business Unit in Warren, OH. This role is responsible for leading a manufacturing shift in a fast-paced slitting and coating operation.

 

The Team Leader plays a critical role in driving safety, operational excellence, quality, and team performance, while supervising a crew of approximately 12–20 hourly employees. This position works rotating shifts and serves as the on-shift leader for production operations.

Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and maintain a safe work environment at all times
• Monitor crew behaviors and plant conditions to address risks proactively
• Participate in accident investigations and Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) initiatives
• Administer first aid as needed

Operations & Leadership

• Lead daily production activities to meet operational targets
• Direct and support hourly employees on shift
• Manage scheduling, overtime, vacations, and attendance
• Ensure accurate production reporting and documentation
• Troubleshoot downtime, equipment, and quality issues
• Coordinate closely with Maintenance on repairs and preventive maintenance

Quality & Customer Focus

• Ensure adherence to process control plans and quality standards
• Address and communicate product or process concerns
• Reinforce accountability for product quality with team members

Continuous Improvement & Utilization

• Drive improvements in machine performance and efficiency
• Identify preventative maintenance opportunities
• Partner with operators, maintenance, and engineering to enhance processes

Recovery & Waste Reduction

• Reduce material loss and improve yield
• Monitor processes to prevent quality issues and production disruptions

Delivery Performance

• Support on-time production and customer needs
• Communicate production risks and constraints effectively
• Adhere to and support company quality, environmental, health & safety, and certification standards, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, IATF 16949:2016, and ASI Certifications, where applicable.

Authority & Decision-Making

This position has authority to make real-time decisions related to:

• Employee safety and immediate risk mitigation
• Staffing and disciplinary actions
• Production quality and delivery performance

Provide recommendations for:

• Equipment and process improvements
• Safety and quality enhancements

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of Manufacturing environment experience
• Union environment experience
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent communication (verbal and written)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer systems
• Ability to handle employee relations matters professionally and fairly

Work Environment & Schedule

• Rotating shift schedule (including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed)
• Must be available for off-hours support and emergency calls when required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

What We Offer

Novelis’ benefits reflect our commitment to supporting employees and their households with flexible, high-quality options, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Company-paid life insurance and voluntary coverage options
• Competitive paid time off
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Retirement and post-retirement health coverage options
• Employee assistance programs available 24/7
• Wellness, career development, and work-life support resources

Location Profile

Novelis’ Warren facility is located in northeast Ohio— approximately an hour drive from Cleveland and an hour and a half from Pittsburgh. The facility built in 1965 applies coating to rolled aluminum beverage can sheet. The sheet is used to make aluminum beverage can ends (lids) for global soft drink beer and sparkling water brands. Warren showcases several high-end cultural venues including the Warren Community Amphitheater and Packard Music Hall. The 95+ employee Warren team is active in the community promoting recycling supporting STEM education and offering a helping hand to local community shelters.

 

Novelis recognizes its talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Novelis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All terms and conditions of employment at Novelis including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoffs recalls transfers leaves of absence compensation and training are without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal provincial or local laws.

Disclaimer

We encourage all potential candidates to follow the protocols below and to be diligent when sharing any personal information:1. Check the job posting is live and valid via our careers page: Careers - Novelis2. Verify any communication with us by contacting our talent team at Careers - Novelis