Production Technician

Alcoa; New Kensington (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader is seeking a Production Technician to contribute to innovative projects that aim to revolutionize the aluminum industry. In this role, you will be part of a groundbreaking initiative focused on sustainability and efficiency, helping to manufacture components while adhering to safety and quality standards. The position offers a supportive environment for personal growth, competitive pay, and excellent benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to shape their careers in a dynamic setting. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a mission that impacts communities positively.

Benefits

401K Matching

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Short-term Disability Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Volunteer Hours

Shift Differentials

Overtime Pay

Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 65 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Support operational tasks including furnace loading/unloading.
• Perform quality control of production parts.
• Operate mobile equipment as needed.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Material Handling

Quality Control

Forklift Operation

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Trade School Degree

Tools

Overhead Cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Shape Your World

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper, world-shaper.

$1000Sign-OnBonus Available!

Terms and conditions apply! Applicantmust start on or before Monday June 9th , 2025, to be eligiblefor this bonus. The employer has the right to change or modify these terms at their discretion.

Alcoa is a global industry leader in the production of bauxite, alumina and aluminum, a position enhanced by a portfolio of value-added cast products and select energy assets. Since developing the aluminum industry more than 135 years ago, Alcoa has built a legacy of breakthrough innovations and best practices that have led to efficiency, safety, sustainability, and stronger communities wherever we operate. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits (401K matching, paid holidays, paid time off, company-provided short-term and long-term disability insurances) as well as a path to personal growth & advancement!

This is your opportunity to shape your career through the skills and experience you bring to the role now and by training for the roles you may want in the future. Our success depends on great teams, where you can thrive and do your best work in a supportive environment.

About the Role (Essential Duties and Responsibilities):

As the Production Technician at Alcoa Technical Center (ATC) in New Kensington, PA, you will be directly contributing to a new era for the Aluminum Industry by working primarily on the ELYSIS project. The ELYSIS process eliminates the use of carbon anodes, replacing those with proprietary materials. It is the first industrial process that emitsoxygen as its by-product and has the potential to transform an entire industry. In this role, you will be responsible for manufacturing special components, while keeping safety, quality, and productivity standards.

• Responsible for supporting operational tasks to meet project requirements including, forming, furnace and kiln loading/unloading while maintaining process equipment.

• Responsible for quality control of production parts; consisting of density measurements, dimensional measurements, and others.

• Operation of overhead cranes, forklifts, and other mobile equipment as needed.

• A diverse set of skills including strong mechanical aptitude to work collaboratively with a team for equipment disassembly, repair and trouble shooting.

• Gain knowledge of Alcoa's EHS standards, protocols, and tools to ensure that safety protocols are being followed accordingly.

What you can bring to this role (Qualifications):

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school degree in mechanical/electrical trades.

• Candidates with experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred.

• Ability to perform material handling, weighing, completing process steps in sequence, and documenting process data.

• Ability to lift up to 65 lbs. from waist level as needed.

• Valid Driver's License required.

Special Instructions:

• Wear task specific PPE.

• Comfortable working in a relatively noisy environment.

• Flexible with schedule changes.

• The ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift, including weekends & holidays

What we offer:

• Shift differentials, overtime & holiday pay

• 120 hours of paid vacation per year (pro-rated based on hire date your first year).

• Flexible spending accounts and generous employer contribution to the HSA

• 401(k), employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period), and a nonqualified deferred compensation plan

• 10 holidays and one flexible holiday of your choice.

• 56 hours of sick/safe leave

• 4 hours of Paid annual volunteer hours

• Alcoa has been chosen as one of America's Greatest Workplaces 2023 by Newsweek

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About the Location

Every day is a new and exciting challenge at the Alcoa Technical Center in New Kensington, PA, just north of Pittsburgh. We develop new technologies with our Breakthrough Technologies team that has the potential to impact the life of millions of people and foster the sustainable footprint from Alcoa to the world. It was here where we developed the technology recently announced in partnership with Rio Tinto, called ELYSIS, where we will produce aluminum with ZERO emission of greenhouse gases. In fact, we will actually be generating oxygen to our atmosphere during the aluminum production process- a revolution to the aluminum industry!

We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress.Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

As a proud equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer, Alcoa is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of a person's gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, nation of origin, disability, veteran status, language spoken or any other characteristic or status protected by the laws or regulations in the places where we operate.

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This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!

Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.