Alcoa · 3 weeks ago
Research Technologist
United States, PA, New Kensington
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAlcoa is a company dedicated to turning raw potential into real progress. As a Research Technologist at Alcoa Technical Center, you will lead projects from design through implementation, focusing on manufacturing and testing advanced proprietary materials for innovative technology.
AutomotiveInnovation ManagementManufacturing
Responsibilities
Maximize production capacity through process improvements by minimizing ergonomic issues, while meeting customer demand and deliver on-time performance
Provide technical direction to technicians and support personnel in ceramic processing, including powder mixing, milling, spray drying, pressing, machining, firing and quality control
Track current production performance and improvement to determine effectiveness
Responsible for the quality of work performed by others. Assignments involve initiating, designing, developing, testing, and installing equipment for projects or programs
Provide operational troubleshooting and problem solving
Manage equipment design and product line design
Coordinate and take part in manufacturing audits
Provide technical direction to support products and processes
Coordinate daily tasks to achieve operational goals
Coordinate and execute production planning maintenance tasks
Provide CAD/CAM programming when needed
Produce reports and presentations
Qualification
Required
Associate of Science with 5 years of work experience in ceramics, chemical or material processing
In lieu of a degree, 5-10 years of experience in a manufacturing/process environment
Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
Experienced in ceramic operations
Independently conducts and directs processes
Demonstrated ability to physically perform work in laboratory and industrial environments
Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
Ability to work with resources within and outside the program team to accomplish the work required
Strong organization and analytical skills for data management, and analysis
Preferred
Computer and design skills as well as experience with Allen Bradley PLC/HMI Software (RS Logics, etc.) as well as CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks or AutoCAD)
Experience in managing projects (equipment installation, upgrades, etc.)
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification
Benefits
401(k), employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period), and a non-qualified deferred compensation plans.
15 days’ vacation and 12 paid holidays per year.
Flexible spending accounts and generous employer contribution into a Health Savings Account (HSA).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Career development opportunities to pursue your passions;
Social and diversity focused engagement opportunities.
Company
Alcoa
Alcoa is a global industry leader in bauxite, alumina and aluminum products.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (1)
2021 (3)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.01BKey Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-03-03Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2022-04-04Grant· $7.7M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
William Oplinger
President and Chief Executive Officer
Matthew Reed
Executive Vice President & Chief Operations Officer
Recent News
2026-01-09
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