Mechanical Technical Specialist

ManpowerGroup; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial is seeking a Mechanical Technical Specialist to join the Operations Team in Alcoa, TN. You will troubleshoot to restore product flow, respond to trouble calls 24/7, and support the Maintenance Organization alongside craft employees.

The role requires at least 3 years of experience with mechanical systems and controls in industrial settings, strong problem solving, and lean manufacturing knowledge (5C’s, 8-step). Temp-to-perm opportunity with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with mechanical systems and controls in industrial settings.
• Willing to work days or nights and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot to restore product flow and respond to trouble calls 24/7.
• Support the Maintenance Organization and collaborate with craft employees.
• Analyze equipment and process data to identify recurring design and process issues and drive improvements.
• Assist in outage planning and support process engineering.
• Manage small capital projects and major repairs including downtime work.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance support

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

5C's

8D problem solving

Job description

Our client, Industrial is seeking a Mechanical Technical Specialist to join their team. As a Mechanical Technical Specialist , you will be part of the Operations Teams supporting the Maintenance Organization and Hotline Department. The ideal candidate will have strong technical troubleshooting skills, the ability to lead and train craft employees, and a commitment to continuous improvement—aligning successfully in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Title: Mechanical Technical Specialist

Location: Alcoa, TN

Pay Range: $32.00 - 35.00 p/h

Shift: 12 hour shifts on a 2/3/3/2 pattern (days or nights; must be able to work either based on business need). Weekend work required every other weekend on the 2/3/3/2 pattern.

What's the Job?

• Troubleshoot to restore product flow and respond to trouble calls on a 24/7 basis.
• Act as direct support of the Maintenance Organization and work in tandem with craft employees.
• Analyze equipment and process data to identify recurring design, process, and application problems and develop improvements.
• Assist in outage planning, follow up on equipment issues, and support process engineering.
• Manage small capital projects, major repairs, and maintenance projects, including downtime work execution.

What's Needed?

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with mechanical systems and controls utilized in industrial applications.
• Ability to work days or nights and provide frequent shift and weekend line/maintenance support.
• 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).
• Strong problem solving and creative thinking skills, with the ability to use lean manufacturing tools and principles (e.g., 5c's and 8 step problem solving).

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to troubleshoot, improve, and help restore product flow in a critical manufacturing environment.
• Role that combines technical guidance with hands-on support of craft teams.
• Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving activities.
• Exposure to equipment/process data analysis, outage planning support, and maintenance project execution.
• Temp-to-Perm employment path.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.