General Mechanic

Arconic; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation after 6 months

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Lafayette, IN is seeking a General Mechanic to perform maintenance and repairs on various equipment. Candidates should have at least 5 years of related experience and a solid background in welding and machine repair. The role requires a willingness to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401K match starting on day one, along with paid vacation after 6 months.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Journeyman experience or equivalent with heavy equipment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including nights and holidays.
• Satisfactory completion of a skills test, physical examination, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair machines and equipment in the facility.
• Fabricate and install equipment as necessary.
• Work with various tools and machinery in a safe manner.

Skills

Machine repair

Welding

Hydraulics

Blueprint reading

Education

Journeyman experience or equivalent

Tools

Drill press

Welding equipment

Cranes

Non-destructive testing equipment

Job description

Job Description

Arconic is seeking a General Mechanic to join our Aluminum Extrusion (AEX) business unit in Lafayette, IN. Arconic creates breakthrough products that shape industries. Working in close partnership with our customers, we solve complex engineering challenges to transform the way we fly, drive, build and power. Through the ingenuity of our people and cutting‑edge advanced manufacturing techniques, we deliver these products at a quality and efficiency that ensure customer success.

Responsibilities

• Be willing to work a fixed or rotating 24X7 work schedule (8‑ or 12‑hour shifts). You may be required to work evenings, nights, holidays, and overtime.
• Design, fabricate, install, repair, modify and maintain machines, equipment, structures and facilities.
• Apply knowledge of machine parts, metal stock, pins, tubing, fittings, mechanical hardware, compressed gases, oil, grease, paint, acids, fiber optics, specialty metals.

Tools and Equipment

• Tools common to the craft of millwright, pipefitter, welder, layout person, rigger, and blacksmith, such as drill press, saws, abrasive cutoff wheel, grinders and shears.
• Pipe fitting equipment.
• Welding and burning equipment.
• Hoists.
• Cranes.
• Non‑destructive testing equipment.
• Personal computer; PLC terminals.

Benefits

• Benefits start day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and 401K with company match up to 6%. Plus 2 weeks of paid vacation after 6 months and 1000 hrs worked.

Basic Qualifications

• 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 candidates 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.
• Satisfactorily pass a comprehensive online and hands‑on skills test.
• Pass a physical examination, drug screen test and background check.
• The minimum requirements are 5 years of Journeyman experience or equivalent maintaining heavy equipment with a working knowledge of welding, machine repair, millwright, hydraulics, sheet metal, pipe fitting, and blueprints.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved apprentice program or have formal technical training beyond high school. Or a Journeyman’s card (DOL Certificate or equivalent). Testing and a skills demonstration will be required. Permanent employment subject to a probation period not to exceed 6 months.
• If you are currently working as a general mechanic, proof of experience and/or a copy of your Journeyman’s card must accompany your application.

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.

Export Control Law

This position is subject to Export Control Law: 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.