Facilities Engineering Manager — Lean, Maintenance & Safety

Howmet Aerospace; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, prescription, +

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with employer matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Parental leave

Life insurance and disability coverage

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. seeks an experienced Maintenance and Facilities Engineering Manager to oversee plant infrastructure, safety programs, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will manage both union and non-union teams, drive Lean implementations, and ensure reliable equipment and facilities.

The role emphasizes leadership, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration to improve safety, delivery, and performance across the site. Equal opportunity employer; extensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution or HS Diploma/GED with 10 years related experience.
• Minimum seven (7) years in facilities roles with at least five (5) years in a management capacity.
• Authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Maintain deep expertise in safety programs and champion a safety-first culture.
• Lead and manage the maintenance and facilities engineering department across union and non-union teams.
• Develop department talent and drive a culture of accountability.
• Own the Facilities Engineering metrics and budget; use data analytics to improve performance.
• Drive asset utilization, reduce downtime, and apply Lean initiatives to minimize outages.
• Lead large, complex projects with strict deadlines and budget controls.
• Contribute to cross-functional continuous improvement in safety, delivery, and efficiency.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering degree

Job description

Howmet Aerospace Inc. seeks an experienced Maintenance and Facilities Engineering Manager to oversee plant infrastructure, safety programs, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will manage both union and non-union teams, drive Lean implementations, and ensure reliable equipment and facilities.

The role emphasizes leadership, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration to improve safety, delivery, and performance across the site. Equal opportunity employer; extensive benefits are offered.