Senior Manufacturing & Site Operations Leader

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Annual discretionary bonus

Vehicle allowance

Superannuation salary sacrifice with 5

Employee Assistance Program services

On-site physiotherapy

Clayton South location near transport

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Melbourne manufacturing and distribution site. This senior, hands-on role carries end-to-end responsibility for safe, efficient operations and a high-performance team.

You will develop plans, supervise production, drive continuous improvement and ensure quality, safety and cost targets are met in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations management or another relevant discipline is mandatory.
• At least 10 years' experience within a manufacturing environment, including a minimum of five years in progressively responsible leadership positions.
• Demonstrated experience leading a manufacturing site or a significant manufacturing operation.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, continuous improvement and operational performance management.
• Proven commitment to workplace health and safety, regulatory compliance and quality.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including experience managing budgets, forecasts and operational performance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams, manage change and build a positive and accountable workplace culture.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience within aerospace, automotive or another highly regulated manufacturing environment will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the safe, compliant and effective operation of the Melbourne manufacturing and distribution facility.
• Provide visible leadership across the site and promote a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute annual operational, manufacturing, revenue and workforce plans.
• Coordinate manufacturing and site activities with supporting departments to meet objectives.
• Oversee production planning, manufacturing performance, warehousing, distribution and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health and safety requirements, quality standards and company policies.
• Monitor site performance against metrics including safety, quality, delivery, OEE, productivity, cost.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure customer requirements are met and resolve quality concerns promptly.
• Lead, coach and develop managers, supervisors and employees.
• Build workforce capability through succession planning and skills development.
• Manage site budgets, forecasts and operational expenditure with data-driven decisions.
• Ensure site risk management and contingency plans are maintained.
• Collaborate with local, regional and global stakeholders to support Howmet's objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Communication

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Change management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations management or another relevant discipline

Job description

Howmet Aerospace in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Melbourne manufacturing and distribution site. This senior, hands-on role carries end-to-end responsibility for safe, efficient operations and a high-performance team.

You will develop plans, supervise production, drive continuous improvement and ensure quality, safety and cost targets are met in a regulated environment.