Arconic

Mobile Equipment Fleet Manager

Arconic$75K — $95K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of fleet management, heavy equipment operations, or maintenance experience.
  • Demonstrated success in leading fleet or maintenance turnarounds in underperforming environments.
  • Strong analytical skills with a focus on financial analysis and problem-solving.
  • Ability to improve reliability in aging or high-cost asset bases.
  • Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Experience managing mobile equipment lifecycle and maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive fleet management strategy.
  • Optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) for mobile equipment assets.
  • Define lifecycle standards and replacement schedules for the fleet.
  • Lead capital planning processes for mobile equipment acquisitions.
  • Build business cases for capital investments, focusing on ROI and operational impact.
  • Oversee predictive maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability.
  • Transform the truck shop into a high-performing operation through cultural change.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance is available.
  • Travel required is less than 25%.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Arconic is currently in search of a Mobile EquipmentFleet Manager to join our Aluminum Extrusion (AEX) business unit in Lafayette, IN.

This new role will provide critical turnaround leadership and is responsible for stabilizing and rebuilding an outdated and underperforming motor vehicle fleet into a best-in-class operation. The Fleet Manager will lead a multi-year transformation focused on reliability, cost control, and operational excellence.

Summary

The Fleet Manager will lead a multi-year transformation focused on reliability, cost control, and operational excellence. The current fleet of motor vehicles consists of ~170 assets with varying age and condition, requiring significant improvement in maintenance discipline, reliability, and lifecycle strategy.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Fleet Strategy & Asset Management
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive fleet management strategy, including lease vs. buy vs. dispose decision-making.
  • Optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) across all mobile equipment assets.
  • Define lifecycle standards, replacement schedules, and utilization benchmarks.
  • Maintain accurate fleet inventory, utilization metrics, and asset tracking systems.

Capital Planning & Project Management
  • Lead capital planning processes for mobile equipment, including project development, justification, and execution.
  • Build business cases including ROI, payback period, and operational impact analysis.
  • Partner with Finance and Operations to align capital investments with business priorities.
  • Manage vendor selection, procurement, and implementation of equipment acquisitions.

Maintenance & Reliability
  • Leverage data, analytics, and reliability tools to drive data-informed decisions and predictive maintenance strategies
  • Oversee maintenance strategies, including preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
  • Drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability, availability, and uptime.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements.

Truck Shop Leadership
  • Lead the transformation of the truck shop into a high-performing, accountable operation, including improving technician productivity, capability, and ownership.
  • Drive cultural change toward accountability, proactive maintenance, and data-driven decision making.

Success in this role will be defined by:
  • Significant reduction in unplanned downtime
  • Improved fleet availability and reliability metrics
  • Establishment of disciplined PM/PdM programs
  • Reduction in maintenance cost per hour/unit
  • Development of a high-performing, accountable shop team
  • Execution of a multi-year fleet replacement and capital plan


Also note:
  • Relocation assistance is available
  • Travel less than 25%


Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in fleet management, heavy equipment operations, maintenance, or a related industrial environment.
  • Experience managing mobile equipment lifecycle, maintenance programs, and capital planning.
  • Demonstrated leading fleet or maintenance turnarounds in underperforming environments.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience in a maintenance or operational environment.
  • Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to improve reliability in aging or high-cost asses bases.
  • Working knowledge of safety regulations and compliance requirements. This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. 7730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified candidate 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.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience managing large-scale fleets (100+ assets) in industrial environments such as manufacturing, mining, or construction.
  • Strong background in total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis and asset optimization.
  • Experience with CMMS or fleet management software.
  • Project management experience, including capital project execution.
  • Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification.
  • Proven ability to lead change initiatives and drive operational improvements.
  • Advanced financial acumen and ROI modeling experience.


About the Team

Lafayette Operations in Lafayette, IN is located approximately 60 miles from the state's capital, Indianapolis and is the home to Purdue University. Our Lafayette location has been continuously running in Lafayette community since 1938. We are an Aluminum Extrusions plant for Aerospace, Automotive, Industrial and Defense facility.

About Arconic

Arconic produces aluminum sheets, plates, extrusions, and architectural products for the ground transportation, aerospace, building and construction, industrial, and packaging industries. Rolled Products, Extrusions, and Building and Construction Systems (BCS) are the company's operating segments. The Rolled Products segment generates the majority of its revenue, which is used in the production of finished goods ranging from automotive body panels and airframes to industrial plate and brazing sheets.

Arconic Careers

Joining Arconic means becoming part of a global team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and leadership in the industry. As a company renowned for its commitment to quality and precision in advanced manufacturing, Arconic offers unparalleled job opportunities for professionals eager to advance their careers in a dynamic environment.

Work You’ll Do

At Arconic, your work will directly contribute to projects that redefine what's possible in the world of manufacturing. Our team at Arconic is at the forefront of industry innovation, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to develop lightweight, high-performance metals that are critical to the success of industries ranging from aerospace to automotive.

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Our culture at Arconic is built on collaboration, diversity, and the shared goal of excellence. We believe in empowering our employees with the skills and support they need to thrive. You will work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are not only experts in their fields but are also eager to mentor and collaborate.

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Learn more about Arconic
Size
13,900 employees
Market Cap
$2.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$91 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+2.4%
Revenue
$5.6 billion
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