Casting Group Leader - 2nd shift

Howmet Aerospace•Dover, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Group Leader for its Casting department at Howmet Dover Casting in Dover, New Jersey. Under the direction of the Area Supervisor/Manager, the Group Leader oversees daily manufacturing operations during the assigned shift. The role trains and assists operators, schedules labor, participates in and leads continuous improvement projects, troubleshoots production and employee issues, communicates concerns to supervision, and may work in other departments based on production needs. The permanent schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Training is on first shift for several months, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The anticipated pay range is $26–$30 per hour, with an hourly shift premium while assigned to an off-shift. Pay within the range depends on factors including experience, education, and certifications. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and lawful authorization to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship and relocation benefits are not available. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Dover, New Jersey. The role is performed in a shop-floor environment and requires occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds and frequent standing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility will be verified at hire.
Must be able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.
Must reside within a 50-mile radius of Dover, New Jersey.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Results-oriented, able to take initiative, and demonstrate strong leadership skills.
Ability to work flexible hours from time to time with little advance notice.
Able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and stand frequently.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience and/or departmental knowledge.
Shop-floor experience and strong knowledge of departmental operating and working procedures.
Outside leadership experience.
Seminars or training in supervision, communications, and ongoing improvement programs.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations in the assigned manufacturing department during the assigned shift.
Train and assist department operators, and learn the operation of the assigned department.
Schedule department work and labor, coordinating with the Production Planner and other manufacturing areas to meet customer schedules.
Act as a change agent and leader for new departmental initiatives.
Assist with implementing methods to improve quality and reduce costs.
Ensure employees in the assigned area and shift complete required training and meet New to the Job requirements.
Manage assigned employees in the Time & Attendance System.
Participate in hourly employee performance appraisals by providing the Area Supervisor with ratings and feedback.
Recognize and promptly communicate safety, quality, productivity, and employee concerns to supervision.
Maintain or exceed quality and productivity standards.
Ensure fair and consistent enforcement of company policies and procedures.
Actively support development and implementation of Synchronous Manufacturing.
Participate in seminars and training in supervision, communications, and continuous improvement programs, including ABS, IPC, IPM, EH&S, and Synchronous Manufacturing.
Comply with environmental, health, and safety requirements; wear required personal protective equipment; report job-related illness or injuries and safety, health, or environmental concerns; and attend EH&S training.
Perform other duties assigned by supervision and work in other departments as production needs require.

Benefits

Paid vacation based on length of service.
13 paid holidays per year.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, with the company potentially matching a percentage of pre-tax contributions.
Employer contribution to the Retirement Savings Plan each pay period.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits offered upon hire.
Employee life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition Assistance Program.
Free fitness center membership.
Hourly shift premium while assigned to an off-shift.