IT Site Lead - Warrick

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, we believe in reinventing the aluminum industry through innovation, sustainability, and inclusion. As a leader in our team, you'll help create a workplace that values work-life balance, equal opportunities, and personal growth. Join us in building a better future-where your ideas and leadership make a real impact.

About the Role

Are you ready to lead the digital backbone of a dynamic manufacturing environment? As the IT Site Lead for our Warrick plant, you'll be at the forefront of innovation and operational excellence. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to manage and secure critical systems, drive impactful projects with global leadership, and mentor a talented team of IT professionals. If you're passionate about technology, thrive in collaborative settings, and want to make a real difference in how a plant operates, this is your chance to shine. Join us and be the trusted partner who keeps our systems running smoothly and our people empowered. In this role, the IT Site Lead will:

• Lead a diverse team of system engineers, analysts, and interns focused on Manufacturing Systems (MES, LIMS, Historian, Analytics).

• Foster a supportive and empowering environment that promotes team success and individual career development.

• Collaborate with local and central teams to prioritize and manage IT and Automation projects.

• Provide hands-on support on technical activities once required (OSISoft PI AF and Vision - Support and Development, Power BI Reports Development).

• Manage the priorities for projects and change requests by working closely with the local lead team and the central teams (Digital Transformation & CoE).

• Drive global project execution and act as a technology consultant to local leadership.

• Ensure system reliability and project deliverables meet expectations.

• Promote innovation and a forward-thinking culture within the department.

• Serve as the key liaison between the plant and North American ITAS leadership to ensure alignment between plant and corporate activities, projects, and requirements.

• Ensure compliance across IT and Process Control Systems (PCS).

What You Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science (or similar field) or equivalent work experience.

• 5+ years of experience working in a manufacturing/industrial setting.

• 2+ years of experience leading IT or technical teams, especially in operational environments.

• Skilled in IT and Automation systems (PLC, OSISoft PI, custom solutions).

• Knowledge in data analytics tools like Microsoft Power BI.

• Familiar with project management and agile methodologies.

• A strong communicator who thrives in cross-functional collaboration.

• Organized and resourceful, able to manage multiple projects and remove roadblocks.

• Fluent in English (verbal and written).

• Travel less than 5%.

What's on offer:

• 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 one flexible holiday of your choice;

• Flexible spending accounts and generous employer contribution to the HAS;

• Paid annual volunteer hours;

• Career development opportunities to pursue your passions; and

• Social and diversity focused engagement opportunities

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About the Location

Alcoa "Warrick" based in Newburgh, Indiana just outside of Evansville, IN has been present in the lives of many families in our community for over 60 years. We've grown and we've matured together. Now we are looking for our next generation of Alcoans to bring us into the future. You can be one of them! Join us and get ready to experience endless opportunities!

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.

As a proud equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer, Alcoa is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of a person's gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, nation of origin, disability, veteran status, language spoken or any other characteristic or status protected by the laws or regulations in the places where we operate.

If you have visited our website in search of information on U.S. employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Alcoa Recruiting via email at gssrecruiting@alcoa.com.

This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!

Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.