Production Team Leader - (Dept 05, 2nd Shift)- IGT

Howmet Aerospace • Hampton, VA

9d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Engine Systems is seeking an experienced Production Team Leader to join its team in Hampton, Virginia. The position coordinates daily, shift-to-shift work activities to meet customer delivery schedules under the direction of the Department Supervisor. The role supports manufacturing excellence by leading production activities, coordinating workflows and schedules, supporting team development, and ensuring safety, quality, and productivity goals are met. The position includes occasional overtime and requires regular attendance.

Requirements

• At least three years of manufacturing experience.
• High school diploma or general education degree.
• Must be able to provide original documentation establishing identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
• Must be lawfully eligible to access export-controlled items.

Nice To Haves

• Prior manufacturing experience in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate department workflow each day to meet the production schedule.
• Ensure daily production goals are achieved for quantity and quality.
• Use production methods that reduce costs and increase productivity.
• Follow performance standards and report shortfalls to the supervisor.
• Maintain equipment using TPM or other methods.
• Demonstrate Howmet’s values and apply ethical guidelines and policies when making decisions and working with subordinates.
• Promote teamwork and maintain relationships with peers, subordinates, superiors, and internal and external customers.
• Pursue individual development opportunities and complete assigned projects that support department goals.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with peers, superiors, customers, and suppliers.
• Maintain shift-turnover communications using turnover sheets, status boards, or other verbal and written methods.
• Make and receive assignments and conduct meetings with team members.
• Maintain working knowledge of all non-certified department operations.
• Adjust shift work assignments for changes, absences, equipment downtime, or necessary overtime.
• Coordinate scheduling needs with Shared Resources, Central Stores, the Tool Room, and Maintenance.
• Ensure adherence to work instructions, labor reporting, visual controls, Integrated Process Control, and audits.
• Identify, evaluate, and document training needs, communicate them to the supervisor, and train operators using one-on-one or other methods.
• Monitor the work environment for safety issues and take corrective action.
• Use the 5S program to maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Follow Howmet safety regulations, work rules, and departmental safety requirements.
• Comply with company attendance policies and guidelines, including regular attendance and occasional overtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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).

What This Job Offers

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