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Mechanical Technician in Lafayette, IN at Arconic

Date Posted: 3/28/2024

Job Snapshot

  • Employee Type:
    Full-Time
  • Location:
    Lafayette, IN
  • Job Type:
  • Experience:
    At least 3 year(s)
  • Date Posted:
    3/28/2024

Job Description

Arconic is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join our Aluminum Extrusion (AEX) business unit in Lafayette, IN.

At Arconic, we are looking for people who share our values of integrity, inclusion, and diversity, and who demonstrate agility, results commitment, and the capability to grow themselves and others. In return, we offer the opportunity to Grow Together with ongoing opportunities for professional growth provided by a constantly changing environment, working alongside employees who value the people they work with just as much as the work they do.  

Profile: The primary purpose of this role is to be responsible for capital improvements and assisting with production uptime.

Essential Functions: The Mechanical Technician within AEX requires technical and interpersonal skills essential to teamwork.  Major duties include but are not limited to:

  • Working closely with production and maintenance to upgrade existing equipment.
  • Performing repairs.
  • Installing new machinery.
  • Supporting day-to-day operations by acting as a resource for skilled trades and contracted services.

General duties for the Mechanical Technican include but are not limited to:

  • Providing technical assistance to production/maintenance personal during both planned and unplanned equipment service interruptions, including after-hours or weekends.
  • Applying root cause problem solving (troubleshooting) techniques to find and eliminate sources of recurring equipment failures through creative, cost-effective solutions.
  • Developing and maintaining technical documentation (drawings, preventative maintenance procedures, start-up/shutdown procedures, etc.) for new and existing processes and procedures in the assigned work area.
  • Observing and supporting plant safety goals and initiatives.

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar capacity and similar 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.
  • This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified candidate must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the relevant government agency. Business demands may require employer to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.
Arconic Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. We are proud that 77% of our employees are happy working for Arconic and would recommend it as a great place to work and that 80% of our employees would recommend their managers to others. 
We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders. 
At Arconic, we: 
Act With Integrity. 
We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability. 
Safeguard our Future. 
We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment. 
Grow Stronger Together. 
We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity. 
Earn Customer Loyalty. 
We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service. 
Drive Operational Excellence. 
We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration. 
Create Value. 
We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders. 

United States Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Arconic is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.