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Flexible Smelting Jobs (NOW HIRING)

... smelting steam, and high temperature water for consumption in the smelting plant. A Power Plant ... While some roles are based on-site, Alcoa also offers a flexible working model for certain ...

... smelting steam, and high temperature water for consumption in the smelting plant. A Power Plant ... While some roles are based on-site, Alcoa also offers a flexible working model for certain ...

Prior experience in a foundry, smelting, metal casting, heat treating, or equivalent manufacturing ... Willingness to work flexible hours or overtime as needed to support production.

Prior experience in a foundry, smelting, metal casting, heat treating, or equivalent manufacturing ... Willingness to work flexible hours or overtime as needed to support production.

Research Engineer

Alameda, CA · On-site

$120K - $175K/yr

... smelting, refining. * High-temperature electrochemistry: molten-salt/molten-oxide electrolysis ... Typically 3+ years (flexible) as a research engineer/assistant or PhD-level researcher with ...

Smelter Electrician

Newburgh, IN · On-site

$23.75 - $32.50/hr

Install, repair, and maintain electrical components of smelting equipment and machinery ... Flexible spending accounts and generous employer contribution tothe HSA * 401(k), employer match up ...

Smelter Electrician

Newburgh, IN · On-site

$23.75 - $32.50/hr

Install, repair, and maintain electrical components of smelting equipment and machinery ... Flexible spending accounts and generous employer contribution to the HSA * 401(k), employer match ...

Smelter Electrician

Newburgh, IN · On-site

$23.75 - $32.50/hr

Install, repair, and maintain electrical components of smelting equipment and machinery ... Flexible spending accounts and generous employer contribution to the HSA * 401(k), employer match ...

$24 - $32.75/hr

Install, repair, and maintain electrical components of smelting equipment and machinery ... Flexible spending accounts and generous employer contribution to the HSA * 401(k), employer match ...

Applications Scientist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80 - $135/hr

... smelting, starting with precious metals like platinum. Spun out of UC Berkeley in late 2022 and ... Flexible paid time off and holidays * Health/fitness stipend * Open, supportive, and diverse team ...

Lab Analyst

Eagan, MN

$31.22 - $34.44/hr

Collect, prepare, and analyze smelting process samples * Collect, crush, prep, and analyze slag ... flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care spending account, life insurance, disability ...

Lab Analyst

Eagan, MN · On-site

$31.22 - $34.44/hr

Collect, prepare, and analyze smelting process samples * Collect, crush, prep, and analyze slag ... flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care spending account, life insurance, disability ...

Lab Analyst

Saint Paul, MN

$31.22 - $34.44/hr

Collect, prepare, and analyze smelting process samples * Collect, crush, prep, and analyze slag ... flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care spending account, life insurance, disability ...

Smelting process knowledge and experience highly preferred but not required. * Critical thinking ... flexible spending account, health savings account (generous employer contribution), life and ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for flexible smelting in the United States is $21.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Flexible Smelting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,633 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

Power Plant Operator

Alcoa

Newburgh, IN • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Alcoa rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

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.

Job Description

  • Operate compressors, pumps, pulverizers, boilers, turbine generators, switchyard equipment and additional auxiliary equipment to produce electricity, potable water, smelting steam, and high temperature water for consumption in the smelting plant. A Power Plant Operator controls the generation of electricity of electrical power by operating and maintaining fuel systems such as ash, demineralizer and others, to ensure the smelter operation is continuously receiving the necessary electrical power to produce aluminum.
  • Basic Qualifications:
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED with 3 years full-time light to heavy industrial or power industry work experience and ability to perform physically demanding work activities. Must be able to do shift work including weekends.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ideal candidates should have experience in fuel systems, boilers, turbines, electrostatic, precipitators, condensate systems, feed water systems, high voltage switching, along with monitoring and maintaining the above systems. The Power Plant Operator must also be able to perform the other essential functions of the position.

About the Location

Recognized as an industry pioneer, Alcoa has established itself as an international company with operations across six continents. Alcoa's U.S. portfolio includes Alcoa's corporate headquarters, Alcoa's Technology Center, two smelters, and a calcined coke plant. While some roles are based on-site, Alcoa also offers a flexible working model for certain positions. Wherever you choose to join us, you'll be joining a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation.

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.


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Alcoa 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, Alcoa has built a legacy of breakthrough innovations and best practices that have led to efficiency, safety, sustainability and stronger communities wherever we operate.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Pittsburgh, PA, US

Year founded

1888

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