Continuous Improvement Specialist-Asset Integrity

Arconic; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arconic Lafayette facility seeks a Continuous Improvement Specialist‑Asset Integrity to improve uptime through predictive maintenance and capital improvements in the Aluminum Extrusion unit. The role emphasizes safety, quality and cost improvements across manufacturing processes.

You will lead cross‑functional teams in root cause analysis, plan large preventive maintenance events, and develop PM/PdM documentation, striving for best‑in‑class reliability and data‑driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Preferred: reliability certifications (CRE, ASQ, SMRP, Life Cycle Institute).
• Experience with data-driven equipment performance monitoring and blueprint reading.

Responsibilities

• Improve equipment reliability and maintainability.
• Lead root cause analysis and kaizen events.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies and PM/PdM plans.
• Coordinate maintenance plans with production and maintenance planning.
• Support ISO 4406 lubrication and oil analysis programs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Maintenance planning

Job description

Job Description

At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.

Join a team that supports some of the most exciting industries on the planet— aerospace and space exploration—by keeping our legacy facility running at peak performance. We’re seeking a Facilities/Industrial Engineer who’s ready to be hands‑on with our infrastructure, tackle real‑world challenges, and drive improvements that directly impact our ability to serve our global customers.

Arconic is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist‑Asset Integrity to join our Aluminum Extrusion (AEX) business unit in Lafayette, IN. The primary purpose of this role is to be responsible for capital improvements and assisting with production uptime.

Responsibilities

• Work with maintenance and production teams to improve equipment reliability, maintainability, and sustainable production output by utilizing Preventive and Predictive maintenance tools and technologies as well as analyzing equipment failures
• Evaluate existing manufacturing systems and execute actions to drive safety, productivity, quality, and cost improvements
• Plan and coordinate events for projects and large Preventive Maintenance events
• Provide hands‑on technical support / trouble shooting to solve problems of root cause
• Read and understand process sheets and blueprints
• Develop and maintain maintenance documents such as FMEA, Control Plan, standardized downtime reporting and multilevel equipment structure used for all these plus cost reporting. Develop documentation such as Std PM, PdM Plans, etc.
• Lead cross functional teams in root cause and root cause failure analysis as well as problem solving methodologies to understand and resolve failure modes resulting in Quality loss or downtime events.
• Develop lubrication program including training as well as processes and procedures to ensure proper storage, usage, and cleanliness levels in relation to ISO 4406 codes
• Review oil analysis and vibrations reports, propose corrective actions depending on criticality and symptoms
• Implement triggers for RCFAs and incident reporting based on downtime, criticality, and repeat failures. Develop an incident reporting system
• Determine criticality of equipment and systems based on business needs and needs of the plant
• Implement PM optimization from a 6s approach and coach regarding PMs and their intended function
• Manage a "Reliability Road map" outlining action items, dates, as well as responsible and accountable parties regarding gaps in current state reliability elements to reach best in class reliability
• Lead teams as a facilitator through kaizen events to improve processes and eliminate roadblocks to achieve production goals.

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in developing and executing maintenance strategies which strive towards predictive approaches to improve equipment health via Smart Manufacturing.

The candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Thermography
• Structural NDE (VT, MT, UT)
• Vibration analysis and motor alignment
• Ultrasonic leak detection
• Oil analysis
• Hydraulic circuits and troubleshooting
• Support equipment OEE targets
• Front line problem solving and FMEA
• Ability to identify and prioritize return seeking projects that reduce unplanned downtime and maintenance touch time
• Coordinate and schedule equipment maintenance plans along with production and maintenance planning
• Minimize the risk of disruptions caused by systems malfunctions
• Identify potential downtime issues through testing and FMEA; develop solutions and execute to completion
• Identify potential energy savings through cost/feasibility analysis.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing maintenance experience
• Must be willing to work off‑shift when needed
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. 730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified candidate must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the relevant government agency. Business demands may require employer to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Up-to-date knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art industrial automation technology, ie MET, EECT, Robotics, including integration work
• Experience in implementing reliability‑focused strategy
• Experienced at blueprint and schematic reading and interpretations
• Experience with data‑driven equipment performance monitoring.
• Reliability Certifications (CRE, ASQ, SMRP, Life Cycle Institute Programs, etc.)
• Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance‑planning processes (incl. FMEA, Control Plan)
• Ability to implement and drive changes to the plant reliability program.
• Ability to work alone or with a team
• Ability to read and interpret detailed mechanical and electrical drawings
• Strong focus on safety.
• A deep knowledge of industrial equipment (forging, robotics, and CNC equipment are a plus), process controls, maintenance planning systems, condition‑based monitoring, and TPM.
• Experience with analytics and predictive technologies for preferred candidates
• An understanding of equipment maintenance actions within the reliability framework from a data perspective
• Strong analytic problem solving by developing and using structured approaches to identify root causes and recommend resolutions
• Project Management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to meet objectives and key deadlines
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

About Us

Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build.

We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders.

At Arconic, we:

Act With Integrity : We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability.

Safeguard our Future : We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment.

Grow Stronger Together : We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity.

Earn Customer Loyalty : We build customer partnerships through best‑in‑class products and service.

Drive Operational Excellence : We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration.

Create Value : We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders.

This position is subject to Export Control Law: This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. 730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

United States EEO Statement

Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

About The Team

Lafayette Operations in Lafayette, IN is located approximately 60 miles from the state's capital, Indianapolis and is the home to Purdue University. Our Lafayette location has been continuously running in Lafayette community since 1938. We are an Aluminum Extrusions plant for Aerospace, Automotive, Industrial and Defense facility.