Manufacturing Operations Manager

Howmet; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical benefits

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Fullerton, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead our onsite operations. You will manage safety, scheduling, KPI tracking, and cross-functional problem solving to improve efficiencies and product quality.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Manufacturing Engineering or Operations Management, 6+ years of leadership in high-volume machining, and deep skills in CNC, blueprints, and tooling. On-site work with competitive compensation and benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a combination of appropriate related work experience and education/training.
• Extensive experience with CNC equipment, programming, tooling and fixturing.
• 6+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience and responsibility. Aerospace and/or Automotive experience preferred.
• Proven track record of driving results in a high volume, high mix machining environment.
• Expert ability to read and interpret blueprints, methods of manufacturing, machine code, tabular data and other related technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Run a safe, injury/accident-free workplace.
• Lead daily management of resources, scheduling, productivity, personnel development, time and attendance, training and establishing/monitoring departmental goals.
• Create a departmental cross training matrix and mentor assigned personnel.
• Deploy team members to cross-functional problem solving to improve production efficiencies and product quality.
• Ensure safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives are met with credible recovery plans.
• Review daily demand, production capacity and constraints, optimize schedules and manage workflow.
• Manage KPI reporting to drive performance across areas.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain for tooling, MRO, and delivery schedules to meet quality standards and reduce lead time.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Quality Control to resolve manufacturing discrepancies.

Skills

CNC expertise

Programming

Fixturing

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Operations Management

Job description

Job Info

• Job Identification: 117001
• Job Category: Operations
• Posting Date: 09/03/2026, 05:01 PM
• Locations: 1425 Acacia Ave, Fullerton, CA, 92831, 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

Position Overview:

As a Manufacturing Operations Manager, you'll be part of our Industrial team working as an onsite employee at our Fullerton, CA location'

Key Responsibilities:

• ' Run a safe, injury/accident-free workplace.
• ' Responsible for daily management and leadership of all resources assigned. Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to: Schedule adherence, productivity, personnel development, time and attendance, training and establishing/monitoring departmental goals.
• ' Creates a departmental cross training matrix and mentors assigned personnel.
• ' Deploys team members to both strategically and tactically engage in cross functional problem solving to improve production efficiencies and product quality.
• ' Ensures the organization accomplishes Safety, Quality, Schedule, and Cost performance objectives. When misses occur, develops a credible recovery plan with team.
• ' Review daily demand, production capacity and constraints, optimize production schedules, and manage the workflow through shop.
• ' Manage Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and other reporting on daily basis to drive performance in all assigned areas.
• ' Direct and coordinate manufacturing activities based on policies, company objectives and programs spanning multiple manufacturing functions.
• ' Coordinate with Supply Chain for procurement or required tools and MRO, and planning delivery schedules to meet delivery schedules, quality standards while reducing overall lead time and cost.
• ' Coordinate with Engineering and Quality Control to determine cause of rejected product and to resolve discrepancies in manufacture process.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• ' Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a combination of appropriate related work experience and education/training.
• ' Extensive experience with CNC equipment, programming, tooling and fixturing.
• ' 6+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience and responsibility. Aerospace and/or Automotive experience preferred.
• ' Proven track record of driving results in a high volume, high mix machining environment.
• ' Expert ability to read and interpret blueprints, methods of manufacturing, machine code, tabular data and other related technical documentation.

• 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:

• ' 6+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience and responsibility in the Aerospace and/or Automotive industry.

Salary Range:

The base pay range for this position in California is $140,000 - $170,000/year. Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on payment may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

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.

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About the Team

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we're the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.