Manufacturing Manager (2nd Shift) at Howmet Aerospace in Fullerton, California

Job Description:

About Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's sales for 2022 approximated $5.7 billion. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company's differentiated technologies promote more fuel efficiency for aircraft and commercial transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com , including content shared during the Company's May 2022 Technology Day.

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Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.comBasic Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in leadership role within aerospace manufacturing.


• Experience in the Fastener manufacturing industry


• Experience managing 50 people preferred


• 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.

• 20 years of experience in Aerospace manufacturing work environment, which has provided a working knowledge of lean manufacturing and rapid improvement techniques.


• Prefer the Bachelor's Degree emphasis is in Engineering or Business specialization


• Experience working in a complex manufacturing facility preferred


• Experience with TPS/ Continuous Improvement/ Lean Manufacturing principles and programs preferred

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package available day one of hire, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $140,000.Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in leadership role within aerospace manufacturing.


• Experience in the Fastener manufacturing industry


• Experience managing 50+ people preferred


• 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.

• 20 years of experience in Aerospace manufacturing work environment, which has provided a working knowledge of lean manufacturing and rapid improvement techniques.


• Prefer the Bachelor's Degree emphasis is in Engineering or Business specialization


• Experience working in a complex manufacturing facility preferred


• Experience with TPS/ Continuous Improvement/ Lean Manufacturing principles and programs preferred

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package available day one of hire, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $140,000.Summary

Responsible for directing manufacturing teams in obtaining efficient operation of the manufacturing activities. Maintains a customer focus (quality and on-time delivery or priorities.) Directs and supervises activities of Production Supervisors, leads and operators. Leads by example a commitment to employee involvement, participative management, and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct production teams in the manufacturing of product to meet customer quality and on-time delivery needs.


• Supervise work teams and individuals in the areas of personnel actions in compliance with company policies.


• Schedule/ approve overtime, vacations and other personnel administrative requests.


• Sets productivity and quality targets for areas of responsibility.


• Coach teams in their continuous improvement efforts.


• Establish procedures by which the teams/ operators perform preventative maintenance activities.


• Establish procedures for shop floor housekeeping.


• Prepare daily production reports and forms.


• Attend Production Review meetings.


• Work in a safe manner that promotes the health and well-being of the individual and the environment.


• Review performance against plans and budgets monthly. Assure compliance with plans and budgets.


• Provide input into the capital budgets. Monitor project performance and expenditures.


• Prepare capital appropriation requests, as required. Review and approve capital appropriation requests.


• Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.


• Maintain full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conducts all activities in accordance with the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct.


• Demonstrate a knowledge of, and commitment to, ABS manufacturing principles and techniques.


• Keeps work area and equipment clean, safe and in an orderly fashion on a daily basis.


• Performs other tasks of equal or lesser skill as required.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong presentation skills


• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and conflict resolution skills


• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Excel spreadsheets


• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple and diverse work assignments with minimal direction and supervision.

Responsible for directing manufacturing teams in obtaining efficient operation of the manufacturing activities. Maintains a customer focus (quality and on-time delivery or priorities.) Directs and supervises activities of Production Supervisors, leads and operators. Leads by example a commitment to employee involvement, participative management, and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct production teams in the manufacturing of product to meet customer quality and on-time delivery needs.


• Supervise work teams and individuals in the areas of personnel actions in compliance with company policies.


• Schedule/ approve overtime, vacations and other personnel administrative requests.


• Sets productivity and quality targets for areas of responsibility.


• Coach teams in their continuous improvement efforts.


• Establish procedures by which the teams/ operators perform preventative maintenance activities.


• Establish procedures for shop floor housekeeping.


• Prepare daily production reports and forms.


• Attend Production Review meetings.


• Work in a safe manner that promotes the health and well-being of the individual and the environment.


• Review performance against plans and budgets monthly. Assure compliance with plans and budgets.


• Provide input into the capital budgets. Monitor project performance and expenditures.


• Prepare capital appropriation requests, as required. Review and approve capital appropriation requests.


• Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.


• Maintain full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conducts all activities in accordance with the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct.


• Demonstrate a knowledge of, and commitment to, ABS manufacturing principles and techniques.


• Keeps work area and equipment clean, safe and in an orderly fashion on a daily basis.


• Performs other tasks of equal or lesser skill as required.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong presentation skills


• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and conflict resolution skills


• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Excel spreadsheets


• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple and diverse work assignments with minimal direction and supervision.