Production Associate

Arconic is currently in search of Production Associate to join our Rolled Products North America (RPNA) division based in Alcoa, TN.

At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.

Job Summary:

Production Associates operate various manufacturing equipment in conjunction with the production efforts for our aluminum products. To be successful in this role, a Production Associate will have good people skills, be teachable, and be flexible to adjust as business needs adjust.

In this role, you will:

• Operating state-of-the-art production equipment to process aluminum in a heavy manufacturing environment, within a team culture.
• Interfacing with computerized processes to operate machinery and associated mobile equipment.
• Monitor and review information from process materials or the environment to detect or assess problems.
• Problem-solve with co-workers using relevant information and judgement.
• Make decisions to determine efficient operation of the equipment.
• Ability and willingness to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and work in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Must be available and willing to work any shift, schedule, overtime, holidays, etc. as required.
• All other tasks and duties as assigned

Also note:

• This role reports directly to the Production Crew Leader and indirectly to the Production Manager and Lead Area Manager.

You have: (required)

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3 or more years of consistent work experience.
• Willing and able to work rotating or swing shifts, weekends, nights, and holidays. 
• Ability and willingness to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and work in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• 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, two-year technical degree, or bachelor’s degree.
• 5 or more years of consistent experience. 
• Previous experience in a manufacturing facility and/or industrial environment.
• Previous experience with mobile equipment and/or cranes.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, budgets and cost control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of goods. 
• Understanding of the customer/supplier relationship and ability to build consensus is vital.
• Flexible, cooperative team member.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and effective problem solving skills.
• Ability to interface effectively with technology.