Arconic Davenport Works is seeking a Maintenance Unit Supervisor for our Rolling Department. The Maintenance Unit Supervisor is accountable for providing leadership and direction to assigned members of the crew in order to meet business requirements for the efficient production of metal in an ABS environment. Under the direction of the Maintenance Superintendent, the incumbent is responsible to ensure productivity, safety, quality, improved recovery, reliable and consistent delivery performance and rapid problem solving in planned and unplanned cost-effective, customer-centric environment. These business objectives are accomplished in accordance with the principles of lean manufacturing, modeling and teaching employees in a manner that moves the organization toward accomplishing the target condition. Results can be measured; projects eliminate waste, secure flow, and create a visual factory; and employees contribute high levels of discretionary effort.
- Maintaining a safe work environment and a workplace that causes no harm to people or the environment;
- Leading individual safety discussions and job-specific safety reviews;
- Support operating results through the management of subordinates with emphasis on quantity, quality, timeliness, safety, recovery, and delivery performance;
- Developing individuals in the organization by providing challenging assignments for the craftspeople and by providing training, coaching, and mentoring for the people;
- Ensure work is allocated fairly and clearly assigned to crew members; formulate and assign tasks within guidelines established by Department management prioritizing work based on knowledge of business criticality;
- Decide and deploy appropriate crewing arrangements for planned and unplanned situations based on absences, schedule requirements, equipment availability, and vacations within labor agreement guidelines;
- Lead a technically capable maintenance workforce that values diversity and is customer-oriented, responsive, and flexible;
- Work with craftspeople to apply root cause analysis and rapid problem-solving techniques to maintain or restore production;
- Gathering data to assist in the application of root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques for major exceptions;
- Effective asset management in a cost-effective manner including proper equipment operations, world class equipment availability, and long-term viability of equipment;
- Advance the business objectives regarding quality (consistency and reliability), costs (supplies), waste elimination, and lean manufacturing;
- Make decisions about differential performance, both those requiring recognition and reward and those requiring discipline in a fair and equitable manner with supporting documentation of appropriateness of actions taken; and
- This position must frequently seek cooperation from, persuade or influence others, and must develop relationships and persuade others to resolve problems, change peoples minds, or directly produce customer satisfaction. Occasionally, the position deals with sensitive interpersonal situations.
- The shift is 12-hour shifts and will rotate approximately every 6-12 weeks depending on business conditions from days to nights.
Basic Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent (GED) from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on maintenance experience
- Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience with direct reports
- 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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
- Mechanical background is a plus.
- Experience in a union environment is a plus.
- Knowledge of Company policies, procedures, and practices related to HR/IR including the bargaining and local agreements is a plus.
- A working knowledge of principles and concepts of Lean Manufacturing (ABS) is required for effective business results.
Arconic Corporation 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 spanets. 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.
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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.
ABOUT Davenport Works
Davenport Works is the country’s largest aluminum rolling mill, it was opened in 1948 and currently employs more than 2,000 people and ships product worldwide. It is in Riverdale in the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf in southeastern Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline in northwestern Illinois). The Quad Cities is 3 hours south-west of Chicago, 4 hours north of St. Louis, and less than 3 hours from Des Moines. The Quad Cities is home to St. Ambrose University among 8 educational institutes. Major outdoor summer music festivals include the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, Mississippi Valley Blues Festival, and River Roots Live.
