Production Supervisor - Hot Rolling

Arconic; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arconic in Davenport, IA seeks a Production Supervisor to lead hourly teams in lean metal production. You will drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery while developing team members and implementing ABS principles on shift.

The role requires at least 2 years of supervisory experience, a high school diploma, and ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights). Travel and visa sponsorship are not required. Join a union environment with strong continuous improvement culture.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience.
• U.S. work authorization required; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Ensure product is produced with superior quality, improved recovery, reliable and consistent delivery performance and rapid problem solving.
• Accomplish business objectives in accordance with the Arconic Business System (ABS).
• Coach employees to achieve target condition: measurable results, waste elimination, secured flow, and engaged teams.
• Provide process direction and prioritization to craft employees on off-shifts to resolve equipment issues, as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Quality focus

Education

High School diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

The Production Supervisor is accountable for providing leadership and direction to hourly team members to meet business requirements for the efficient production of metal in an Arconic Business Systems (i.e. Lean manufacturing) as teams are growing and developing. Under the direction of the Area Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible to ensure a safe, productive environment and foster a positive work environment by helping team members learn, grow and develop.

Please note: This position will work 12-hour shifts (4:30am-4:30pm or 4:30pm-4:30am) and will require a rotation from day to night (and vice versa) schedule approximately every 2-3 months.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Ensure product is produced with superior quality, improved recovery, reliable and consistent delivery performance and rapid problem solving
• Accomplish business objectives in accordance with the principles of the Arconic Business System (ABS)
• Coach employees in a manner that moves the organization toward accomplishing the target condition: results can be measured; projects eliminate waste, secure flow, and create a visual factory; and employees demonstrate high levels of engagement as teams develop and grow
• Provide process direction and prioritization to craft employees on off-shifts to resolve equipment issues, as needed

Qualifications

You have (required):

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience
• 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). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.
• 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.

Exceptional candidates also have (preferred):

• Associate's degree preferred in Engineering, Leadership or technical field from an accredited institution
• Specialized, vocational, or technical training courses (such as apprenticeships, Journeyman licensure, etc.)
• 2 years or more of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2 or more years of experience in a union environment