Process Owner - Post Cast

Howmet Aerospace • Hampton, VA

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About The Position

The Process Owner - Post Cast is responsible for ensuring that post-cast processes comply with the methods, materials, and equipment specifications in the Corporate Post Cast Manual, associated MSAT requirements, Nadcap requirements, and customer specifications. The role covers processes including shell removal, gate removal, machining, surface preparation, finishing, and dimensional operations.

The position monitors process stability and control, conducts MSAT audits, investigates deviations, and develops corrective reaction plans. It also works with cross-functional teams to reduce scrap and rework, improve processes, implement new materials and techniques, and train operators. The role requires effective communication with shop-floor and management personnel, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently or as part of a team. Occasional off-shift and weekend work may be needed for training or technical support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification and original-form documentation establishing identity and employment eligibility are required at hire.
• Must be able to lawfully attain access to export-controlled items.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with shop-floor and management personnel.
• Ability to organize, manage time, and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work in a self-directed or team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to innovate when opportunities arise.
• Flexibility to work off-shift hours and weekends occasionally for training or technical support.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in manufacturing operations and/or continuous improvement.
• Experience in metal finishing and/or abrasives.
• Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Modify and/or approve work instructions (Activity Instructions and Product Criteria) for post-cast manufacturing processes, including shell removal, gate removal, machining, surface preparation, finishing, and dimensional operations.
• Monitor post-cast processes and ensure they are stable, sustainable, and in control.
• Perform regular MSAT audits on post-cast processes.
• Determine root causes of deviations from critical processes and develop timely reaction plans to correct them.
• Work individually and with cross-functional teams to identify and correct causes of scrap and rework, and identify process improvements and cost reductions.
• Assist with the development and implementation of new materials and techniques.
• Assist with training operators on new methods or instructions.
• Retrieve and analyze data using Excel, PowerBI, and other software systems.
• Provide occasional off-shift and weekend training or technical support.
• Perform other duties as requested to support the Process Owner team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time