Production Team Lead: Safety, Efficiency & Growth

Arconic; La Fayette (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Travel < 25%

Job summary

Arconic in La Fayette, KY seeks a first-level supervisor to guide a production team, ensuring safe and efficient operations while achieving daily targets. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and effective leadership in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will monitor performance, drive root-cause problem solving, manage labor relations, and communicate across departments. Relocation assistance is available, with travel <25% as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a production environment.
• 1 year of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• This position requires access to controlled technology and US government eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team to work safely and efficiently.
• Monitor performance, identify gaps, and implement improvement plans.
• Drive root-cause problem solving to prevent recurrence.
• Champion safety initiatives and maintain compliance standards.
• Communicate effectively across teams and departments.
• Manage labor relations and resolve conflicts constructively.
• Maintain visual management systems and ensure operational excellence.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety leadership

Root-cause analysis

Communication skills

Continuous improvement

Labor relations

Visual management

Export controls

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Arconic in La Fayette, KY seeks a first-level supervisor to guide a production team, ensuring safe and efficient operations while achieving daily targets. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and effective leadership in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will monitor performance, drive root-cause problem solving, manage labor relations, and communicate across departments. Relocation assistance is available, with travel <25% as needed.