Pilot-Scale Operations Supervisor (24/7 Campaigns)

Alcoa Australia; New Kensington (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

HSA employer contribution

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Career development

Diversity & inclusion initiatives

Job summary

Alcoa is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead pilot-scale manufacturing operations supporting breakthrough technologies at the Alcoa Technical Center in New Kensington, PA. You will oversee technicians on rotating shifts, coordinate start-ups, and drive safe, efficient execution across campaigns.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in manufacturing with 2+ years of direct leadership, and a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant manufacturing, pilot-plant, or process-operations experience.
• 2+ years of direct leadership responsibility for coordinating people, priorities and safety.
• Experience supporting continuous or shift-based operations and time-critical campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop technicians and technologists on rotating crews.
• Plan and coordinate 24/7 campaign operations, including start-up and shutdowns.
• Ensure safe daily execution by enforcing EHS requirements and proper pre-job planning.
• Translate campaign priorities into daily/weekly production plans across functions.
• Maintain operational discipline with clear communication of risks, priorities and next steps.

Skills

Team leadership

Manufacturing operations

Shift planning

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Alcoa is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead pilot-scale manufacturing operations supporting breakthrough technologies at the Alcoa Technical Center in New Kensington, PA. You will oversee technicians on rotating shifts, coordinate start-ups, and drive safe, efficient execution across campaigns.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in manufacturing with 2+ years of direct leadership, and a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.