3rd Shift Lab & Prototyping Supervisor

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. seeks a Supervisor for the Howmet Research Center on the 3rd shift in Whitehall, MI. The role leads test lab, rapid prototyping, and core prototyping teams to deliver high-quality outputs aligned with business and customer needs.

Qualifications include 3+ years of leadership in manufacturing or labs and a High School Diploma or GED; US work authorization is required with no visa sponsorship. Emphasis on safety, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or lab setting.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.
• Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Direct and motivate the test lab, rapid prototyping, and core prototyping teams to deliver high-quality results.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct performance appraisals; manage staffing and coverage.
• Ensure EH&S compliance, safety culture, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Continuous improvement

Team building

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Quality Assurance systems

Job description

Howmet Aerospace Inc. seeks a Supervisor for the Howmet Research Center on the 3rd shift in Whitehall, MI. The role leads test lab, rapid prototyping, and core prototyping teams to deliver high-quality outputs aligned with business and customer needs.

Qualifications include 3+ years of leadership in manufacturing or labs and a High School Diploma or GED; US work authorization is required with no visa sponsorship. Emphasis on safety, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.