Joseph Tobin

• Responsible for re-application and disposal of rejected steel material, ensuring adherence to quality standards and minimal impact on production flow.
• Led a Six Sigma project targeting rejected coils at Hot Mill, involving cross-functional collaboration across various levels of the organisation. This project aimed to identify and eliminate root causes of coil rejection, minimizing waste and maximising the yield of high-quality material. By utilising Six Sigma methodologies, the project resulted in significant cost savings of up to £916,500 annually.
• Managed the change process to increase screen sales coil weight, reduce reworks, and minimise congestion in dispatch areas, optimising production efficiency.
• Deputise for managerial role, director level reports, leading team meetings, providing training to new starters, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
• Utilised A3 and PPS investigation techniques to effectively respond to customer complaints and resolve quality issues, ensuring their satisfaction.
• Manage business inspector assessments in line with quality assurance and prepare detailed reports for shift inspection workers, approved by senior management across departments.
• Successfully created and managed a process confirmation process for the department

Chairperson of Magnet UK, an early careers professional, social and wellbeing network. Providing development opportunities within Tata steel UK.

Our vision is to empower individuals to become future leaders and specialists through engaging events, workshops and seminars, we strive to cultivate networking, encourage knowledge sharing, unlock new opportunities and enhance the social aspect of work. Key Responsibilities include:

• Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for the Young Professionals Network, inspiring team members to achieve our collective goals.
• Design and implement innovative programs, events, and initiatives that address the evolving needs and interests of young professionals.
• Facilitate mentorship programs, workshops, and educational sessions to empower young professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their careers.
• Serve as a spokesperson and advocate for the Young Professionals Network, effectively communicating our mission, values, and impact to internal and external audiences.
• Develop metrics to measure the effectiveness of our programs and initiatives, regularly evaluating performance and making data-driven decisions to drive continuous improvement.
• Developing and managing the annual budget for the Young Professionals Network with the treasurer, ensuring that financial resources are allocated efficiently to support our programs and initiatives

• As the Wellbeing Officer, I am passionate about implementing meaningful initiatives that prioritise the mental, emotional, and physical health of our student community. My manifesto is centred around fostering inclusivity, breaking stigmas, and providing vital support systems for all students.

• Led a project to optimise iron-carbon phase temperatures, improving material performance and reducing production costs for a key client in demanding applications.
• Designed and executed a testing plan to evaluate the impact of process changes on high-performance materials.
• Increased temperatures for S275JR+AR DURBAR, resulting in cost savings of approximately £100,000 p.a. and improved material performance.
• Led cross-functional teams in planning, executing, and implementing process optimization projects at Tata Steel UK
• Presented data and recommendations to drive improvements and achieve project objectives, fostering effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.

As a Metallurgical Testing Technician, I apply my expertise in metals and alloys to evaluate their physical and mechanical properties. This involves preparing steel specimens for analysis, utilising microscopy techniques to examine microstructure's, conducting mechanical testing to assess strength and durability, and investigating material failures. My key responsibilities include:

• Preparing steel specimens and utilising optical and electron microscopy techniques to analyse their microstructure, identifying key features like phases, grain structures, and defects
• Performing mechanical tests (tensile, hardness, impact, fatigue) to evaluate material properties

• As a laboratory apprentice, I gained a well-rounded foundation in various scientific disciplines through diverse rotations across multiple laboratory environments. I actively participated in tasks like raw material testing for quality control, analysing water quality for purity and environmental impact, monitoring air and water emissions for regulatory compliance, utilising spectroscopy for material analysis, conducting mechanical testing for product development, and investigating material properties through metallography in response to customer complaints. This experience equipped me with a strong understanding of laboratory procedures, analytical techniques, and quality control measures across various scientific fields.

• I proudly volunteer on the committee for the Richard Burton 10k, a family-run charity that raises thousands of pounds each year for local charities and community projects in Port Talbot. As a committee member, I work alongside others to organize and oversee various fundraising initiatives, including the popular annual 10k race. It's truly rewarding to contribute to the well-being of my community while helping put on a successful event.