Lean Manufacturing Engineer

United States Lake Charles, United StatesHybrid

Responsibilities

Lean & ABS Deployment Lead and implement Lean and Alcoa Business System (ABS) initiatives using PDCA and DMAIC frameworks to drive sustainable operational improvements.

experience to the team and help shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies. You have the power to shape things to make them better.
What you can bring to the role: Bachelor’s degree required - Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing Engineer or similar preferred.
experience in an industrial setting.
In depth knowledge of Lean Manufacturing (Six Sigma Green Belt preferred).
Proficiency in Microsoft tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, etc.) with the ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable improvements.
Demonstrated ability to influence, challenge, and collaborate across cross-functional teams.
This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging.

What we offer: Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for-performance variable pay, recognition and rewards programs. 401(k), employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period). Healthcare
benefits: medical, Rx, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account (generous employer contribution), life and accident insurance.
Paid time off: 15 vacation days prorated in the 1st year based on hire date, 12 paid holidays, 7 illness days, Care for Family leave up to 40 days, up to 5 bereavement days, maximum of 30 jury duty days, and up to 10 days annual training for military leave. #LI-PW1 About the Location Just about halfway from Houston and New Orleans Alcoa's Lake Charles Carbon Plant is located in historic Lake Charles, LA.
We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress.
Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

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Shape Your World At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress.
The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.
At Alcoa, you’re an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress .
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About the role: In this role, you will lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and the Alcoa Business System (ABS) to optimize production processes, improve quality and efficiency, and eliminate waste.
You’ll play a key role in identifying and removing operational bottlenecks , enabling stronger performance through structured problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration.
This is a high-impact position where your ideas and leadership will directly influence plant performance and culture.
Process Mapping & Optimization Develop process flow and value stream maps to identify waste, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities across key manufacturing processes.
Cost Reduction & Performance Improvement Deliver continuous improvement projects aligned with Plant cost‑saving, productivity, and efficiency targets.
Daily & Visual Management Systems Implement and sustain visual management standards and Daily Management Systems, including shift handovers, toolbox meetings, and performance reviews.