Casting Supervisor

Job Description

Arconic is seeking a Production Supervisor - Casting to join our Aluminum Extrusion (AEX) business unit in Lafayette, IN.

The primary purpose of this role is to serve as the first level of leadership in the workplace, providing clear direction, coaching, and support to frontline employees. This position is responsible for ensuring a safe working environment, driving performance to meet customer demand, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and achieving operational goals. The role requires proactive problem‑solving, effective communication, and a strong focus on eliminating waste and inefficiencies.

In this role, you will be responsible for the following:

• Safety Leadership:
  Champion and lead safety initiatives to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
• Achieving Operational Goals:
  Meet or exceed production targets and support people initiatives in alignment with unit objectives.
• Performance Monitoring:
  Track team performance against established goals; implement corrective actions as needed to maintain or improve results.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Identify opportunities for process enhancements and lead the implementation of improvement plans.
• Root Cause Problem Solving:
  Analyze issues to their root causes and implement sustainable solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Effective Communication:
  Maintain clear and consistent communication within the team and across departments to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Labor Relations Management:
  Address and resolve labor relations and conflict issues within the team in a fair and timely manner.
• Visual Management:
  Maintain and utilize visual systems to track performance and communicate key metrics within the area of responsibility.
• Team Leadership:
  Provide clear direction, motivation, and support to team members to foster engagement and accountability.

Candidates must demonstrate flexibility and willingness to work either day or night shift, depending on operational needs. This department works on a 12‑hour continuous shift pattern.

You have (required):

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a production environment
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with metals
• 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 candidates 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 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 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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