On-site Plant Operations Leader | Lean Manufacturing

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Whitehall Township, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Whitehall, MI, is seeking a staff-level manufacturing leader to drive excellence and continuous improvement across safety, quality, and productivity metrics.

You will manage budgets, strategic planning, and team development while mentoring leaders and improving shop-floor discipline. Responsibilities include leading lean initiatives, capacity planning, and cost reductions to enhance profitability.

Qualifications

• HS Degree or GED with 7+ years in manufacturing, incl. 5+ years in leadership, or 3+ years leading other leaders in a castings plant.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement of plant performance metrics.
• Oversee safety, quality, productivity, cycle time, delivery, and cash flow.
• Develop budgets, strategic plans, and team goals aligned with BU objectives.
• Mentor supervisors and other leaders; drive standard work and capacity planning.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Negotiation

Education

HS Degree or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Whitehall, MI, is seeking a staff-level manufacturing leader to drive excellence and continuous improvement across safety, quality, and productivity metrics.

You will manage budgets, strategic planning, and team development while mentoring leaders and improving shop-floor discipline. Responsibilities include leading lean initiatives, capacity planning, and cost reductions to enhance profitability.