Manufacturing Leader

Howmet Aerospace • Rockaway Township, NJ

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Engine Products, a division of Howmet Aerospace, is seeking a motivated and experienced Manufacturing Leader to provide day-to-day leadership and direction to manufacturing shop-floor teams. The role promotes manufacturing excellence, ensures customer satisfaction, and leads continuous improvement in plant performance, including quality, productivity, cycle time, delivery, and cash flow. The position is located in Dover, New Jersey.

The Manufacturing Leader is accountable for department budgets, including expense management and cost control, and works with the plant manager and staff to develop budgets, strategic plans, team goals, and objectives aligned with Engines Business Unit objectives. The role develops team members, communicates organizational goals, collaborates across locations and corporate teams, and maintains strong customer relationships. The position also works with engineering personnel on process modifications to improve production and product quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• At least 5 years of manufacturing experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility will be verified at hire, and visa sponsorship is not available.
• Must be able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business; a master’s degree is highly desired.
• Experience in the aerospace or investment-casting industry.
• Strong leadership skills that foster an engaged employee environment.
• Ability to drive improvement through lean-manufacturing principles, total-quality practices, and Six Sigma.
• Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Strong financial literacy.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety regulations and department-specific safety requirements.
• Promote a clean and safe work environment and address safety issues or non-compliance immediately.
• Improve manufacturing planning, execution, and shop-floor discipline.
• Lead plant continuous-improvement and lean-manufacturing initiatives, identifying and removing non-value-added waste.
• Use lean-manufacturing tools to reduce work in process (WIP) and cycle time.
• Improve product flow and implement method improvements to reduce labor content.
• Develop and train team leaders, cell facilitators, supervisors, and other manufacturing support personnel.
• Manage department budgets, expenses, and costs in alignment with operational and financial objectives.
• Work with the plant manager and staff to develop budgets, strategic plans, team goals, and objectives aligned with Engines Business Unit objectives.
• Communicate organizational goals and objectives throughout the department to support alignment, accountability, and execution.
• Collaborate with other locations and corporate teams.
• Maintain excellent delivery performance.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and customer requirements.
• Drive cost reductions to improve profitability.
• Apply constraint-management techniques to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Maintain strong relationships and communication with Howmet customers.
• Consult with engineering personnel on process modifications to improve production and product quality.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits, including FSA and HSA account options.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans.
• Optional auto, home, legal, identity-theft, and pet insurance coverage.
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager