Production Supervisor

Howmet Aerospace • Niles, OH

19d

About The Position

Howmet Aerospace Niles Operations is seeking an Off-Shift Production Supervisor to join its Operations Department. Under the direction of an Area Lead, this is the first level of authority in the workplace. The supervisor provides leadership, coaching, and direction to ensure the hourly workforce works safely, meets customer demands and production goals, solves problems, and eliminates waste. The position has direct reports among the hourly employees in the assigned area and shift, and communicates with personnel and management across Operations, Maintenance, and EHS.

The supervisor oversees production performance, safety, quality records, employee and labor relations, operational expense orders, and timekeeping procedures. The role also directs implementation of Howmet Aerospace Business System and lean manufacturing initiatives, and owns cost-saving initiatives.

Work takes place in a shared environment, divided between the shop floor and an atypical interior workspace. The role requires full PPE on the shop floor and may require chemical-resistant protective wear when necessary. It involves heavy physical activity, including walking, sitting, and standing for long periods. A flexible schedule is required, including occasional weekend work as requested.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience in a heavy manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, or Business.
• At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, such as open die forging.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, delegate, and maintain progress on key deliverables.
• Strong interpersonal skills to motivate and influence others, including people outside the candidate’s direct supervision.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, systems-thinking, project-management, and team-building abilities.
• Knowledge and experience applying lean manufacturing to operations work.
• Experience supervising employees in a unionized environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all EHS policies are followed.
• Monitor performance and implement corrective actions to meet goals.
• Identify and implement improvement plans.
• Solve problems to their root causes to prevent recurrence.
• Communicate effectively with others within and outside the work group.
• Maintain production and related quality assurance records.
• Provide leadership, direction, and motivation to people in the assigned area.
• Manage employee and labor relations, including contract administration, grievance handling, and day-to-day employee complaints and issues.
• Meet or exceed production goals, including monitoring output, safety, on-time delivery, and people initiatives within a traditional unit supervisor role.
• Direct implementation of Howmet Aerospace Business System lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, standardized work, work balance, product flow, and TPM improvements.
• Own cost-saving initiatives.
• Oversee clocking-in and clocking-out procedures for supervised hourly craftspeople to ensure HR receives accurate information for timely pay.
• Create and submit product orders for operational expense items based on departmental needs to support continuous operations with minimal interference.

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, subject to applicable policies and eligibility.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans.
• Optional auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance coverage plans.
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED