Operations Leader

Arconic; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Arconic is seeking an Operations Leader for the Kawneer business in Visalia, CA. You will oversee a 20+ person team responsible for Material Handling, Shipping/Receiving, and Boxing, reporting to the Plant Manager. The role emphasizes safety, Lean initiatives, and performance improvement across operations.

Required are a Bachelor's degree or 10 years Kawneer experience, at least 5 years of supervisory manufacturing experience, and US work authorization. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Kawneer manufacturing experience as department lead.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety by ensuring proper material handling and adherence to procedures.
• Lead 5S initiatives and maintain housekeeping; target audit scores ≥80%.
• Keep work areas clean, organized and safe from debris or hazards.
• Implement company policies and pursue safety, quality, productivity improvements.
• Manage departmental goals (IFE, TRR, DART, OEE, inventory, Budget, Quality).
• Foster engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement across teams.
• Conduct performance reviews and development actions.
• Lead root cause analysis to improve operations and processes.
• Collaborate with Quality to investigate scrap, complaints and defects.
• Ensure integrity of Oracle/JDE transactions and inventory records.
• Oversee recycling and scrap processes; minimize contamination and waste.
• Review production schedules and staffing to ensure safe, on-time execution.
• Mentor supervisors and frontline staff for succession and capability.

Skills

Safety leadership

5S / housekeeping

Team leadership

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree or Kawneer experience

Tools

Oracle/JDE

Job description

Job Description

Arconic is currently seeking an Operations Leader to join our Kawneer business in Visalia, CA. Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the Operations Leader will manage a team of 20+ employees and be accountable for the Material Handling, Shipping/Receiving, and Boxing teams.

Responsibilities

• Actively champion safety by ensuring employees follow safe material handling practices, remain outside vertical drop zones, properly utilize tag lines, and comply with all plant safety procedures.
• Lead and sustain 5S initiatives throughout Material Handling, Shipping/Receiving, and Boxing, maintaining housekeeping standards and target audit scores of 80% or greater.
• Ensure work areas are clean, organized, and free from debris, scrap accumulation, trip hazards, and other conditions that may negatively impact safety or productivity.
• Implement and maintain company policies and procedures while identifying opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and working conditions.
• Manage all departmental MDI- goals in alignment with plant objectives (e.g., IFE, TRR, DART, Human Performance, OTIF, WCR, Operational Productivity, Labor Efficiency, OEE, Inventory, Budget, and Quality).
• Foster employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement within all areas of responsibility.
• Complete employee performance reviews, Performance Development Connections (PDCs), and corrective actions when appropriate.
• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities to improve operational performance and process optimization.
• Partner with the Quality Department to investigate scrap, customer complaints, and process defects.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of Oracle/JDE transactions, inventory records, and departmental reporting.
• Manage recycling and scrap processes by ensuring proper segregation of clean and dirty recyclable materials, minimizing contamination, maximizing recovery value, and reducing waste.
• Review production schedules, staffing levels, and resource requirements to ensure safe, efficient, and on-time execution.
• Coach, mentor, and develop supervisors, leads, and employees to achieve target conditions and support succession planning initiatives.

The base salary range for this role is 72-95K. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution or (internal) 10 years of Kawneer manufacturing experience as a department lead.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPS, 5S, or Black Belt methodologies.
• Experience leading Material Handling, Shipping/Receiving, Warehousing, Logistics, or Manufacturing operations.

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.

Arconic Values

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.

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

Visalia's production facility is located just 50 minutes South of Fresno.