Facilities Manager - Plant 10

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

• Locations One Misco Drive, Whitehall, MI, 49461-1799, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 02/07/2027, 12:00 AM
• 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

Howmet Engines seeks an experienced professional to join our team! The Maintenance and Facilities Engineering Manager will apply Lean Manufacturing and other continuous improvement initiatives to manage the physical infrastructure of the plant and its equipment. This includes the design, installation, operation, maintenance, modification, construction, safety, and protection of the physical facilities and equipment used to manufacture technologically sophisticated products.

Job Roles

• Assess and prioritize--understands business and operation; assesses emergent needs alongside planned interventions and adjusts based on priority; uses data to make right decisions and can justify them as needed; even handed in prioritization and communication; manages expectations and negotiates where appropriate
• Horizon focus--wields influence to shift focus from restoration and problem solving to improvements and strategic investments, yet understands the immediacy of issues and acts quickly to remedy critical issues; maintains critical inventory to address common or anticipated needs
• Standardization--creates timelines and a compelling case for planned interventions; scales across units and facilities where applicable; collaborates with other leaders who own aspects of processes to align and agree; creates contingency strategies and procedures
• Critically objective--orchestrates among competing priorities; eliminates subjective criteria; handles pressure from multiple sources dispassionately; leads by example and confidence to meet challenges; evaluative, not reactive
• Matrixed communication--Seeks and provides information from/to multiple sources across the enterprise; gains broad and deep understanding of business priorities and aligns interventions accordingly; obtains real-time feedback from floor-level associates and plans with staff level leaders to minimize disruption of necessary interventions; ensures advance notice and full reporting occur
• Coordination--hires, manages and evaluates outside contractors; ensures quality of information and context to those who are adjunct but critical to the process; integrates external assistance at scale; assigns internal resources based on talent and capability; maintains culture of service and safety as paramount
• Talent acceleration--understands the necessity of development even in the midst of technical expertise; identifies and creates opportunities to expose outside talent to existing processes and existing talent to outside processes
• Continuous learning--support functions with increasing understanding of their workings; gains deepening business knowledge to inform decisions and priorities; owns the process of growing in order to partner more effectively; leverages experiences to benefit the learning of others
• Advisor--gives suggestions based on observation and data; contributes to continuous improvement; leverages root cause discoveries to inform recommendations
• Organization--creates and executes on collaborative timelines; holds internal and external contributors accountable to deadlines; anticipates disruptions, adjusts and communicates as they occur; manages time well
• Coach/Mentor/Manager-- formally and informally develops others and contributes to talent factory strategy; provides direction, review, reassurance, encouragement, challenge, recognition on an individual basis; promotes growth and development in associates; inspires risk; continually assesses and reassesses talent and fit to role based on individual and collective performance

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain deep expertise in critical safety programs while championing a safety- first culture across the team and plant.
• Lead and manage the maintenance and facilities engineering department, coordinating both union and non-union teams to ensure seamless operations, compliance and continuous improvement.
• Develop department talent by teaching, coaching, setting high standards, and driving a culture of accountability.
• Own the formation and visibility of Facilities Engineering metrics and goals, actively tracking and steering progress to department objectives, while leveraging data analytics to drive continuous improvement and optimize performance.
• Drive asset utilization and reliability: Shorten cycle times, minimize downtime, and keep equipment running by applying TMP's, 8 pillars and other Lean initiatives to reduce unplanned outages.
• Track and analyze machine performance trends, gather data and translate into actions improvement plans.
• Continuously enhance the Preventative Maintenance Program to establish maintenance opportunities, maximize equipment reliability and reduce machine downtime.
• Establish the maintenance and repair budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility while meeting operational and quality objectives.Advise, assist and review all matters involving capital and major expenses related to the facility.
• Lead large, complex projects under tight deadlines, ensuring on time delivery/execution, budget compliance and overall stakeholder satisfaction.
• Contribute to cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives for safety, on-time delivery, production efficiency, and scrap reduction.
• Adhere to Howmet's structured program for moving equipment, technology, intellectual property between business unites or partners while persevering value and compliance.Participate in department audits.
• Exhibit and promote an attitude on the plant floor that leads to an engaged and energized workforce.
• Represent Howmet at community planning boards
• Troubleshoot equipment – sense of u rgency.

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution. In lieu of degree, HS Diploma or GED from an accredited institution plus 10 years of related experience will be accepted.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in a facilities role with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a management capacity
• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering field
• Experience in the investment casting industry a plus
• Strong leadership skills that create an engaged employee environment
• Able to drive improvement through the implementation of the lean manufacturing principles, total quality practices, six sigma
• A strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes
• Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, interpersonal, organizational and negotiation skills
• Experience with tooling, molds and dies relating to the Investment Casting, Injection Molding, or Stamping Industries

About Us

Compensation and Benefits:

If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location.

Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
• Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans
• Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our Story:

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.