Manufacturing Manager - Plant 3 - 2nd Shift

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. seeks a Manufacturing Manager for Plant 3, 2nd shift, in Whitehall, MI. The role leads manufacturing excellence, drives continuous improvement, and ensures safety, quality, and on-time delivery across hourly and support teams.

Strong leadership and lean manufacturing experience are essential to align resources with demand and achieve plant goals. The position emphasizes governance of safety, productivity, and process optimization, with focus on OEE, capacity planning, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• 7+ years of experience in leadership roles; 3 of the 7 years must be as a direct supervisor.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• BA/BS in Business Administration or Engineering from an accredited institution preferred.
• Experience in investment casting industry and/or manufacturing is a plus.
• Demonstrated results in leading manufacturing excellence.
• Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement of plant performance metrics (quality, productivity, cycle time, delivery, cash flow).
• Lead hourly and manufacturing support employees and ensure safety on the floor.
• Follow safety regulations and drive OEE improvements, production value added, and on-time shipments.
• Develop and train for growth of team leaders, cell facilitators, supervisors, and other staff.
• Drive lean initiatives to reduce waste, improve product flow, and reduce labor content.
• Communicate information to staff, customers, and management; align resources with demand.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation

Education

BA/BS in Business Administration or Engineering

Job description

Manufacturing Manager - Plant 3 - 2nd Shift

Whitehall, MI, United States (On-site)

Job Info

• Job Identification 119351
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 09/11/2026, 11:26 AM
• Locations One Misco Drive, Whitehall, MI, 49461-1799, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 12/10/2026, 05:00 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

Job Roles

• Empowering talent--identifies and removes obstacles to productivity at individual and systemic levels; inspires and equips people to perform; understands direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities
• Flexibility--responds readily to a variety of stimuli in an environment where every day can be different; capable of multitasking and moving quickly from one topic to another; employs different mindsets or perspectives situationally
• Organized and time conscious--manages time well; does what is needed efficiently; understands how long processes require and manages expectations accordingly; navigates the tension between availability and proactivity
• Business-minded--aligns people and resources to demand; forecasts need and synthesizes input to anticipate focus areas on a time and project basis; thorough understanding of business enables quick decisions where appropriate
• Interpretation and synthesis--makes sense of multiple inputs quickly and efficiently; generates action plans from available information; interprets data and qualitative information to provide justification and purpose; rationalizes decision making with substantive reasoning; understands relevant numbers and trends
• Rigor--participates in audit processes; utilizes existing systems extensively and expertly; solicits information from shift level to enterprise; creates processes through continuous improvement
• Team orientation--often involved at a tactical level; can contribute technically or operationally if needed, though not as first option; retains authority while delegating ownership
• Trust and relationship--communicates openly and regularly, maintaining information flow; visible on floor; focuses attention on strengths and achievements, while addressing shortcomings as needed
• Ingenuity--finds efficiencies and gains time closer to delivery; solicits and implements ideas; invites improvement from any sector or level
• Professional posture--handles escalations objectively and dispassionately; recasts difficult situations as opportunities for learning and growth; custodian of plant environment and brand

Job Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for providing leadership in manufacturing excellence, ensuring customer satisfaction and continuous improvement of plant performance measurements (quality, productivity, cycle time, delivery and cash flow). This position provides direction for hourly and manufacturing support employees.This position is responsible to/for:

• Follow Safety Regulations along with all department specific safety requirements
• OEE
• Production Value Added by department
• Daily targets for shipments
• Profit/Revenue
• Ensure the safety of all employees by promoting a clean and safe work environment
• Improve manufacturing planning, execution, and shop floor discipline
• Provide leadership for Plant ABS and lean manufacturing initiatives
• Provide leadership to identify and remove non-value-added waste
• Improve product flow and/or implement method improvements to reduce labor content
• Develop and train for the professional and personal growth of team leaders, cell facilitators, supervisors and other manufacturing support personnel
• Address any safety issues or non- compliances immediately
• Promote Injury Free Event (IFE) reporting
• Maintain good relations and communication with Howmet customers
• Develop with plant manager and staff budget, strategic plans, team goals and objectives that align with BU objectives
• Flow down goals and objectives to the entire organization
• Contribute to other location specific and corporate teams
• Conduct capacity analysis to drive standard work and ensure accuracy of standards
• Drive cost reductions to improve profitability
• Use lean manufacturing tools to reduce WIP and cycle time
• Communicate all relevant information to Staff, customers and management
• Understand constraint management, OEE and apply techniques that exploit constraints to improve OEE
• Provide leadership in implementing continuous improvement methods and ideas
• Consults with engineering personnel relative to modifications to the process in order to improve production and quality of the products
• Provide leadership in safety and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution

7+ years of experience in leadership roles; 3 of the 7 years must be as a direct supervisor

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:

BA/BS in Business Administration or Engineering from an accredited institution

Experience in the investment casting industry and/or manufacturing is a plus

Able to drive improvement through the implementation of the lean manufacturing principles, total quality practices, six sigma

Demonstrated results in leading manufacturing excellence

A strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes

Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, interpersonal, organizational and negotiation skills

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.