Powder Processing Technician I - 12-Hour Rotating Shifts

Alcoa; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Disability insurances

Job summary

Alcoa is seeking a Production Technician in Hawaii to fabricate powders and components up to 50 pounds, while supporting material batching, processing, and equipment operations. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, manufacturing experience is preferred, and must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and possess a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school degree in mechanical/electrical trades.
• Preference for candidates with experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform material handling, weighing, completing process steps in sequence, and documenting process data.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. from waist level as needed.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate special powders and components weighing up to 50 pounds while maintaining safety, quality and productivity standards.
• Support operational tasks to meet project requirements including material batching and mixing, powder processing (milling and spray drying), forming (die presses), furnace and kiln loading/unloading; maintain process equipment.
• Prepare and test samples using laboratory analytical equipment (LECO, density and dimensional measurements).
• Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and other mobile equipment as needed.
• Work with a team to disassemble, repair and troubleshoot equipment; maintain knowledge of Alcoa EH&S standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma / GED / trade school (mechanical/electrical trades)

Job description

Alcoa is seeking a Production Technician in Hawaii to fabricate powders and components up to 50 pounds, while supporting material batching, processing, and equipment operations. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, manufacturing experience is preferred, and must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and possess a valid driver’s license.