Area Leader/Supervisor

Howmet Aerospace; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace in Indiana is seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Supervisor to lead and guide a team in the manufacturing department. Responsibilities include overseeing operations, ensuring safety, promoting best practices, and fostering team development for a high-performance environment.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree along with supervisory experience in manufacturing. Good communication skills and strong leadership abilities are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3 years of supervisory experience in any industry or 5 years supervising in a manufacturing environment.
• Legally authorized to work in the US, with verification required at hire.
• Experience in manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and guide tasks within manufacturing departments.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and performance metrics.
• Facilitate effective communication and problem-solving among the team.
• Develop training environments and oversee team development.

Skills

Good communication skills

Strong leadership abilities

Problem solving aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree from accredited institution

Job description

• Locations 1110 East Lincoln Way, Laporte, IN, 46350-3954, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Export-Controlled Data 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

Responsibilities

This position is responsible to manage, guide and assist in performing an assortment of tasks within the manufacturing departments, and provides leadership, strategic guidance and training in the resolution of the manufacturing issues and staffing initiatives and implementation.

• Follow Howmet’s Safety Regulation and Work Rules Handbook along with all department specific safety requirements.
• Prioritize, guide, and facilitate the activities of the manufacturing function to meet department goals, initiatives and requirements.
• Achieve servant leadership and consistent in-the-moment problem solving for shop floor operators, removing barriers for us to have productive employees, supporting team to keep employees engaged in eliminating downtime and increasing Fully Productive Hours (more value-add time for each employee performing the function they are specially trained and qualified to do).
• Create an environment for the hourly workforce to feel supported and empowered, with the tools/instructions they need daily to be successful.
• Oversee the development of standard policies, procedures, and practices to ensure customer requirements are embodied in the manufacturing environment.
• Establish and maintain uniform manufacturing performance metrics and reporting systems.
• Establish and communicate daily expectations for hourly workforce, celebrating successes and working to resolve shortcomings with firm, fair and consistent accountability.
• Leadership of an hourly team of 20-25 or so direct manufacturing employees.
• Drive improvements by promoting best practice methodologies and new technologies.
• Ensure employees are following work instructions, identifying issues, and resolving when possible/escalating when not.
• Touch base multiple times per day with direct shop floor team to ensure they are supported and have what they need to be successful (ideally more frequent when tasks permit).
• Ensure team development by creating an active training environment.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from accredited institution and 3 years supervisory experience (any industry), OR
• Minimum 5 years supervising direct reports in a manufacturing environment.
• 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

• Good communication skills
• Strong leadership abilities.
• In the moment/on the fly problem solving aptitude to keep operators productive and working safely while achieving quality goals.
• Must understand the manufacturing process in all areas of the facility.

About Us

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 $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, 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 2025 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.