Manufacturing Operations Supervisor - 1st Shift

Howmet Aerospace•Fullerton, CA

8h•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Fastening Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor for its Fullerton, California site. Under the direction of the Operations Manager, this role leads daily manufacturing operations to safely achieve production, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity objectives while developing an engaged and capable workforce. The supervisor provides visible shop-floor leadership through active supervision, coaching, employee development, problem solving, and operational execution. The role is accountable for workforce management, operational performance, continuous improvement, and compliance with company policies, quality standards, and safety requirements. It also fosters accountability, teamwork, respect, and operational excellence through the Howmet Business System. The position directly supervises hourly employees in an assigned manufacturing area and is responsible for recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, coaching, corrective action, scheduling, workforce development, and succession planning. The stated salary range is $100,000 to $130,000.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Technology, or at least 5 years of related experience leading a manufacturing department.
Experience supervising hourly manufacturing employees.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of management and employees.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent time-management skills.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility will be verified at hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Experience with aerospace, fastening, or precision manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

Provide a consistent, visible presence on the shop floor and conduct Gemba walks to reinforce safety, quality, productivity, standard work, employee engagement, and operational discipline.
Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop employees, Lead Persons, and high-potential employees; provide performance feedback, recognition, and corrective action when appropriate.
Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement, and promote employee involvement in problem solving.
Manage attendance, timekeeping, overtime, vacations, staffing levels, daily workforce allocation, shift schedules, and administrative requests.
Recruit, onboard, train, schedule, and manage the performance and development of hourly employees, including succession planning.
Ensure employees comply with company policies, procedures, quality standards, safety requirements, and required work instructions.
Lead daily manufacturing activities and execute production schedules to meet safety, quality, cost, productivity, and on-time delivery objectives.
Monitor production flow, remove operational barriers, identify and escalate bottlenecks, and support resolution using lean manufacturing and Theory of Constraints principles.
Develop workforce capability through training, cross-training, skills assessments, qualification management, and development plans.
Maintain required operational training, certifications, and qualifications, partnering with HR, EHS, and Quality to address compliance gaps.
Prepare daily production reports, participate in Daily Management meetings, and establish production and quality objectives with the Operations Manager.
Monitor staffing, absenteeism, overtime use, and workforce productivity to optimize labor resources; complete timekeeping and payroll-related activities accurately and on time.
Ensure employees take required meal and rest breaks in accordance with company policy and applicable labor regulations.
Support short- and long-term capacity and resource planning.
Drive continuous improvement using Howmet Business Systems, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work, and Root Cause Analysis.
Support waste elimination, process optimization, operational excellence, and housekeeping standards; sustain 5S in assigned areas.
Promote a safe workplace by enforcing EHS policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements; promptly address unsafe conditions and behaviors and ensure required PPE and safe operating procedures are followed.
Perform duties in a manner that protects employees, customers, company assets, and the environment.

Benefits

Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, 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).
Career progression and community engagement opportunities.
Flexible schedules contingent upon role and location.