Night Shift Supervisor

Howmet Aerospace; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Night Shift Production Supervisor. You will lead a safety‑driven hourly workforce, ensure on‑time production, and coach operators to resolve issues and improve processes.

Communicate across Operations and EHS, coordinating with schedulers and vendors as needed. The role requires at least five years in manufacturing supervision, strong leadership skills, and US work authorization with ITAR compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in a manufacturing supervision role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• U.S. work authorization is required; ITAR considerations apply.

Responsibilities

• Assigns and leads workflow on the production floor to meet daily goals.
• Provides direction to meet company objectives and improve throughput.
• Identify gaps and prevent downtime or bottlenecks in production.
• Lead team in product and process improvements; coach operators as needed.
• Review attendance and staffing levels for shifts; ensure safety adherence.
• Participate in hiring decisions and investigate incidents with the Safety Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management or related field

Job description

• Locations 3724 E Columbia Street, Tucson, AZ, 85714, 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

Job Summary:

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) in Tucson, AZ is looking for a Night Shift Production Supervisor. Under the direction of the Operations Manager, this position is the first level of authority in the workplace by providing leadership, coaching, and clear direction to ensure that the hourly workforce is working safely, meeting customer demands, solving problems, eliminating waste, and meeting goals. Direct reports include the incumbent’s respective area’s and shift’s hourly reports. The incumbent communicates with all levels of personnel and management in the Operations and EHS Departments, as well as with the respective plant’s production scheduler and planner. Externally, they communicate with vendors.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Assigns and leads workflow throughout the production floor to meet daily production goals
• Provides direction in order to meet company goals
• Identifies gaps and opportunities to increase throughput and prevent downtime or bottlenecks in production
• Actively leads production team in product and process improvement
• Solves problems to their root cases to prevent recurrence
• Perform reviews, assessments and feedback of operators’ performance
• Reviews daily time and attendance tracking of employees; ensuring adequate staffing levels for shifts
• Facilitates compliance with company safety, housekeeping, attendance policies and practices
• Addresses interpersonal conflict issues with the team to maintain a professional work environment; performing counseling and progressive discipline as needed
• Troubleshoots manufacturing issues
• Provide direction to operators and make recommendations for coaching and counseling action
• Participates in hiring decisions regarding operators
• Investigates accidents or near misses that occur with the Safety Manager
• Perform other tasks as needed in support of manufacturing operations, customers and suppliers
• Helps to ensure that quality and safety standards for the department are adhered to and maintained
• Assumes other special activities and responsibilities from time to time as required
• Adheres to Howmet EH&S, Quality, Continuous Improvements and other Company Policies

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of five years experience in a manufacturing environment in a supervisory role.
• Must be familiar with a variety of manufacturing processes.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to employee involvement, participative management, and continuous improvement.
• 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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. Persons status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refuge
• 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:

Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management, Business or a management-related field is preferred.

Experienced with manufacturing of precision metal components preferred.

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.

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.