Manufacturing Leader

Howmet Aerospace•Laporte, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Engine Products, a division of Howmet Aerospace, is seeking a motivated and experienced leader to provide day-to-day leadership and direction to manufacturing shop floor teams. The Manufacturing Leader promotes manufacturing excellence and customer satisfaction, and leads continuous improvement in plant performance measures, including quality, productivity, cycle time, delivery, and cash flow. The position is located in LaPorte, Indiana. The role is accountable for safe and disciplined manufacturing operations, continuous improvement and lean initiatives, employee development, department budgets, operational goals, delivery performance, quality compliance, cost reductions, and customer relationships. The Manufacturing Leader also works with plant leadership, corporate and other locations, and engineering personnel to improve manufacturing processes and results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
At least 5 years of manufacturing experience.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire.
Ability to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business from an accredited institution.
Master’s degree; highly desired.
Experience in aerospace or the 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 promptly address safety issues or non-compliance.
Improve manufacturing planning, execution, and shop floor discipline.
Lead plant continuous-improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives, including 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, including expense management and cost control, 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 and ensure compliance with quality standards and customer requirements.
Drive cost reductions to improve profitability.
Apply constraint-management and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) techniques to improve OEE.
Maintain excellent relationships and communication with Howmet customers.
Consult with engineering personnel on process modifications to improve production and product quality.