ICON Consultants, Inc.
Operations Technician
Our client is a global industry leader in the production of bauxite, alumina and aluminum, a position enhanced by a portfolio of value-added cast products and select energy assets. Since developing the aluminum industry more than 135 years ago, they have built a legacy of breakthrough innovations and best practices that have led to efficiency, safety, sustainability, and stronger communities wherever we operate.
About the Role (Essential Duties and Responsibilities):
As the Operations Technician in New Kensington, PA, you will be responsible for the fabrication of special powders and components, while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.
Special Instructions:
Our client is a global industry leader in the production of bauxite, alumina and aluminum, a position enhanced by a portfolio of value-added cast products and select energy assets. Since developing the aluminum industry more than 135 years ago, they have built a legacy of breakthrough innovations and best practices that have led to efficiency, safety, sustainability, and stronger communities wherever we operate.
About the Role (Essential Duties and Responsibilities):
As the Operations Technician 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 EHS standards, protocols, and tools to ensure that safety protocols are being followed accordingly.
- High school diploma, GED, or trade school degree in mechanical/electrical trades.
- 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.
Special Instructions:
- Wear task specific PPE.
- Comfortable working in a relatively noisy environment.
- Flexible with schedule changes.
- The ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift, including weekends & holidays