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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.
This is your opportunity to help share the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies. Become a valued part of the team that's shaping the future of aluminum, revolutionizing the way the world lives, builds, moves and flies. Be part of it and shape your world.
About the role:
Are you seeking a role that enables you to make an impact throughout the entire production process! The Smelter Process Technician is responsible for key process and performance measures of the production area. This role will collaborate with the hourly workforce, management, production, and maintenance personnel to meet the area objectives. The technician will also work with the various support organizations to facilitate continuous process improvements.
Investigate, diagnose, and correct sick pots (hot, cold, noisy, high anode effect pots, high iron pots, and others).
Improve stability and help the hourly workforce to troubleshoot and tackle technical issues accurately.
Measuring and metering new posts and ensuring all measurements are accurately conducted to guarantee a safe and accurate start/restart.
Enter events on QLC mobile and APG.
Verify that bath and metal corrections are done every shift, which will guarantee accurate liquid level control.
Report issues with the QLC box/electronics
Assist supervisors with shift planning and work schedule.
Investigate all pots from the lists and take corrective action when needed.
Enter information from diagnostic and corrections in QLC or additional systems.
Use QLC mobile and additional tools to look at pots when new issues arise.
Follow schedule and make the vital checks on new pots.
Ensure that all shifts complete all measurement and sampling.
Increase compliance of process control for new/restart pots.
What you can bring to the role:
Our values – act with integrity, operate with excellence, care for people – are at the foundation of everything we do. To be successful in this role and to play a part in our ongoing success we desire the following background:
Associate's degree and/or Technical Trade/Certification.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Smelting process knowledge and experience highly preferred but not required.
Critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
Effective interpersonal skills and attention to details
Ability to work 12 hour rotating shift
Knowledge of ABS or Lean manufacturing principles preferred
Good digital literacy including use of Microsoft office
Use and knowledge of QLC mobile and APG is a plus
What we offer:
Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for-performance variable pay, recognition and rewards programs.
401(k), employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period)
Healthcare benefits: medical, Rx, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account (generous employer contribution), life and accident insurance
Work-life balance programs: flexible work scheduling, hybrid/remote working
Paid time off: 15 vacation days prorated in the 1st year based on hire date, 10 paid holidays, 7 illness days, Care for Family leave up to 40 days, up to 5 bereavement days, maximum of 30 jury duty days, and up to 10 days annual training for military leave
*This benefit information applies to US based applicants only. Alcoa reserves the right to change plans at its discretion.
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About the Location
Alcoa is an international company with multiple locations and joint ventures across six continents. Wherever you choose to join us, you'll be joining a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation. As industry pioneers, we are redefining what it means to be a sustainable aluminum company, bridging the journey from mines to metal.
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.
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.
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