Manufacturing Operations Manager

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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Basic Qualifications

'' Bachelor''s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a combination of appropriate related work experience and education/training.

'' Extensive experience with CNC equipment, programming, tooling and fixturing.

'' 6+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience and responsibility. Aerospace and/or Automotive experience preferred.

'' Proven track record of driving results in a high volume, high mix machining environment.

'' Expert ability to read and interpret blueprints, methods of manufacturing, machine code, tabular data and other related technical documentation.

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

'' 6+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience and responsibility in the Aerospace and/or Automotive industry.

Salary Range:

The base pay range for this position in California is $105,400.00 - 147,500.00/year. Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on payment may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Position Overview:

As a Manufacturing Operations Manager, you''ll be part of our Industrial team working as an onsite employee at our Fullerton, CA location.''

Key Responsibilities:

'' Run a safe, injury/accident-free workplace.

'' Responsible for daily management and leadership of all resources assigned.'' Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to: Schedule adherence, productivity, personnel development, time and attendance, training and establishing/monitoring departmental goals.

'' Creates a departmental cross training matrix and mentors assigned personnel.

'' Deploys team members to both strategically and tactically engage in cross functional problem solving to improve production efficiencies and product quality.

'' Ensures the organization accomplishes Safety, Quality, Schedule, and Cost performance objectives. When misses occur, develops a credible recovery plan with team.

'' Review daily demand, production capacity and constraints, optimize production schedules, and manage the workflow through shop.

'' Manage Key Performance Indicators (KPI''s) and other reporting on daily basis to drive performance in all assigned areas.

'' Direct and coordinate manufacturing activities based on policies, company objectives and programs spanning multiple manufacturing functions.

'' Coordinate with Supply Chain for procurement or required tools and MRO, and planning delivery schedules to meet delivery schedules, quality standards while reducing overall lead time and cost.

Coordinate with Engineering and Quality Control to determine cause of rejected product and to resolve discrepancies in manufacture process.

Position Overview:

As a Manufacturing Operations Manager, you''ll be part of our Industrial team working as an onsite employee at our Fullerton, CA location.''

Key Responsibilities:

'' Run a safe, injury/accident-free workplace.

'' Responsible for daily management and leadership of all resources assigned.'' Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to: Schedule adherence, productivity, personnel development, time and attendance, training and establishing/monitoring departmental goals.

'' Creates a departmental cross training matrix and mentors assigned personnel.

'' Deploys team members to both strategically and tactically engage in cross functional problem solving to improve production efficiencies and product quality.

'' Ensures the organization accomplishes Safety, Quality, Schedule, and Cost performance objectives. When misses occur, develops a credible recovery plan with team.

'' Review daily demand, production capacity and constraints, optimize production schedules, and manage the workflow through shop.

'' Manage Key Performance Indicators (KPI''s) and other reporting on daily basis to drive performance in all assigned areas.

'' Direct and coordinate manufacturing activities based on policies, company objectives and programs spanning multiple manufacturing functions.

'' Coordinate with Supply Chain for procurement or required tools and MRO, and planning delivery schedules to meet delivery schedules, quality standards while reducing overall lead time and cost.

Coordinate with Engineering and Quality Control to determine cause of rejected product and to resolve discrepancies in manufacture process.