Receiving Team Lead

Howmet Aerospace • Dover, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking a Group Leader over the receiving department to join our Dover Casting group in Dover, New Jersey. This is a hands-on, detail-oriented role responsible for directing incoming logistics, material handling, and material verification at a manufacturing facility. The position oversees daily receiving dock operations, leads and motivates the warehouse team, ensures activities are properly scheduled, and keeps production flowing. The role utilizes internal systems and Microsoft Excel for inventory accuracy, flagging low stock, running reports, and driving continuous improvement using lean principles.

Requirements

• 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 entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.
• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• 3–5 years of experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, or inventory control, preferably in a manufacturing or high-precision industrial environment.
• Strong command of standard office technology and internal software databases, with proficient Microsoft Excel skills (maintaining tracking sheets, sorting and filtering data, and running basic reports).
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs and to stand or walk for extended periods during a shift.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supervising or leading teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with quality management standards (such as AS9100) and lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Safely manage the shipping, receiving, storage, and distribution of materials and products.
• Supervise, train, and mentor receiving personnel, and establish training processes for new employees.
• Oversee the unloading, inspection, and verification of incoming shipments for freight damage, correct quantities, and proper documentation (packing slips, Certificates of Analysis, and Certificates of Conformance).
• Maintain rigorous inventory control by logging, updating, and tracking records and workflows in internal company systems and Excel.
• Monitor inventory levels during receiving, identify items approaching minimum stock levels, and submit timely reorder alerts to Purchasing and Planning.
• Complete inventory cycle counts on schedule and investigates discrepancies.
• Partner closely with Quality Assurance (QA) to coordinate material routing.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams at all levels and with external partners.
• Maintain accurate files, records, and basic operational reports.
• Work flexible hours, including overtime, as needed to meet shipment deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid vacation each year, based on length of service
• 13 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, company may match a percentage of your pre-tax contributions
• Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period
• Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire
• Employee Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Free fitness center membership

What This Job Offers

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