Operational Excellence Leader — Lean Improvement

Howmet Aerospace; California; On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits package from day one

Health insurance (medical, dental, vis

Excellent 401k matching program

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a lean manufacturing and continuous improvement leader at the City of Industry, CA site. You will drive initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery while reducing waste and cost, leading cross-functional teams and mentoring operators.

The role emphasizes data-driven improvements, training, and sustained kaizen activity, with opportunities to expand best practices across sites within HFS. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing environment with lean manufacturing and rapid improvement techniques.
• Minimum of one (1) year of leadership experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution, preferred in Engineering or Business.
• Proficient with computer systems and programs (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, querying databases, ERP systems).
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Manage lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve operations efficiency, productivity, and on-time delivery while reducing cost and waste.
• Lead cross-functional teams focused on shop floor improvements, including potential CAPEX.
• Standardize processes, document for repeatability, and train operators.
• Analyze P&L statements to identify cost reduction and margin improvement opportunities.
• Use Lean Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and statistical tools to drive improvements.
• Act as internal consultant to support plant leadership in applying continuous improvement principles.
• Drive visual controls and productivity measurements across production teams.
• Facilitate Kaizen events with employees, customers, and suppliers; ensure sustainment post-events.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

ERP systems

Querying databases

Job description

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a lean manufacturing and continuous improvement leader at the City of Industry, CA site. You will drive initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery while reducing waste and cost, leading cross-functional teams and mentoring operators.

The role emphasizes data-driven improvements, training, and sustained kaizen activity, with opportunities to expand best practices across sites within HFS. Competitive benefits apply.