Manufacturing Manager

Howmet Aerospace • Torrance, CA

22h • $100,000 - $138,000

About The Position

This position oversees the daily operations of the manufacturing facility in Carson, CA. They coordinate, plan, and direct all the activities that go into the production process. Additionally, Manufacturing Manager collaborates with leaders to manage and resolve workforce or labor issues and develop solutions.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years’ operations experience in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Broad knowledge of manufacturing software and systems
• Must have excellent communication, presentation and persuasion skills
• 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.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant manufacturing/engineering degree
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Two or more years of supervisory experience
• Experience with Kaizen, lean manufacturing concept, etc.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management of all aspects of the manufacturing activities (production, planning, manufacturing engineering, safety).
• Works with Global Investment group on outsourced product.
• Manage planning function to ensure smooth product flow through manufacturing cells and delivers customer product on time.
• Coordinates all manufacturing activities with Procurement, such as outside processing, to eliminate delays and meet production/shipping schedules.
• Sets expectations, provides recourses, audits performance, counsels employees, trains, and sets policies and practices to exceed department goals.
• Leads team to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual performance goals.
• Ensures operations metrics are well known; tracks daily progress towards achieving objectives and mitigating risks.
• Works with managers across all functional lines to accomplish organizational objectives.
• Actively participates in implementing and sustaining ABS (TPS) principles and practices.
• Oversees maintenance of equipment.
• Demonstrates continual focus on improvements and enhancements.
• Exhibits and promotes behaviors on the plant floor that leads to an engaged workforce.
• Implements company policies such as attendance, overtime, safety, environmental, etc., and directs the application of such policies to the product group's operation.
• Assesses employee performance and mentor staff.
• Other tasks as assigned.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Work in a safe manner that promotes the health and well-being of the individual and the environment.
• Report all incidents including injuries, spills, fires, property damage, and near misses to their supervisor.
• Comply with All EHS rules and regulations and supervisory instructions.

Benefits

• The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed