Operations Technician

Alcoa
401(k)
United States, Pennsylvania, New Kensington
859 White Cloud Road (Show on map)
Sep 03, 2025
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. Operations Technician 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. $2000Sign-OnBonus Available* Sign-on bonus is available for applicants hired on or before December 31, 2025, or until all current roles are filled. The employer has the right to change or modify these terms at their discretion About the Role (Essential Duties and Responsibilities):* You will be an integral member of our Breakthrough Technology Team advancing the development of Alcoa's ELYSIS and ASTRAEA projects. As the Operations Technician at Alcoa Technical Center (ATC) in New Kensington, PA, you will be responsible for the fabrication of special powders and components, while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards. Support operational tasks to meet project requirements including, but not limited to, material batching and mixing, powder processing (milling and spray drying), forming (die presses), furnace and kiln loading/unloading. Troubleshoot and perform preventative and unplanned maintenance on all process equipment. Prepare and test samples using laboratory analytical equipment consisting of LECO chemical analysis, density measurements, dimensional measurements, and others. Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and other mobile equipment as needed. A diverse set of skills including strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with a team. Gain knowledge about Alcoa 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 - preferably in mechanical or electrical trades, but other fields are welcome (such as vehicle repair, HVAC, carpentry, metal work, millwork etc.) Prior experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferred. Ability to perform material handling, weighing, completing process steps in sequence, and documenting process data. Valid Driver's License required. The ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift, including weekends & holidays Work Environment & Additional Requirements: Wear task specific PPE. Comfortable working in a relatively noisy environment. Flexible with schedule changes. We welcome candidates with a variety of educational and professional backgrounds and are open to different combinations of experience and training that align with the role. 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 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. If you have visited our website in search of information on U.S. employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Alcoa Recruiting via email at gssrecruiting@alcoa.com. 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.