Full-Time

Smelter Process Technician

Posted on 1/24/2025

Alcoa

Alcoa

10,001+ employees

Consulting
Industrial & Manufacturing
Energy

Entry, Junior

Evansville, IN, USA

The job is based in Newburgh, Indiana, just outside of Evansville, IN.

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Smeltering process knowledge and experience highly preferred.
  • Critical thinking and strong problem solving skills
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Strong 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
Responsibilities
  • 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.
  • Log data into APG for 24 carbon meters.
  • Enter events on QLC mobile and APG.
  • Verify that bath and metal corrections are done every shift, which will guarantee accurate liquid level control.
  • Adjust pot parameters like resistance and base feed to improve pot efficiency.
  • Report issues with the QLC box/electronics
  • Assist supervisors with shift planning and work schedule.
  • Ensure that all pots are graphed and physically check for abnormalities twice during the shift.
  • 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.
Desired Qualifications
  • Smeltering process knowledge and experience highly preferred.
  • Knowledge of ABS or Lean manufacturing principles preferred.
  • Use and knowledge of QLC mobile and APG is a plus.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$7.2M

Headquarters

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Founded

1888

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What believers are saying

  • The automotive industry's growth boosts aluminum demand, benefiting Alcoa's sales.
  • Alcoa's acquisition of Alumina Limited strengthens its market position and resource base.
  • The aerospace industry's rebound increases demand for Alcoa's high-strength aluminum alloys.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from companies securing critical minerals may impact Alcoa's defense sector.
  • Regulatory approvals for Alumina Limited acquisition could delay Alcoa's strategic plans.
  • New leadership in Australia may lead to strategic shifts misaligned with Alcoa's objectives.

What makes Alcoa unique

  • Alcoa is a major aluminum producer benefiting from increased demand for lightweight materials.
  • Alcoa's focus on sustainability aligns with the global push for recyclable materials.
  • Technological advancements in low-carbon smelting processes enhance Alcoa's production efficiency.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Volunteer Hours

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