Plant Operations Leader - Lean Manufacturing

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Parental leave

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Whitehall, MI seeks a staff-level manufacturing leader focused on safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. You will drive OEE, manage plant teams, and implement lean practices to meet customer delivery targets while controlling costs and improving processes.

You will lead shift teams, develop budgets, and collaborate with engineering to optimize operations, mentoring supervisors and operators for sustained performance and growth.

Qualifications

• 10 years of people leadership experience; 7 in a manufacturing environment.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff in manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement of plant performance metrics (quality, productivity, cycle time, delivery, cash flow).
• Follow safety regulations and maintain safe work environment.
• Drive OEE, production value, daily shipment targets, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Develop budgets and strategic plans aligned with BU objectives.
• Mentor and develop plant leaders, supervisors, and manufacturing support personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Continuous Improvement

Lean Manufacturing

OEE

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Whitehall, MI seeks a staff-level manufacturing leader focused on safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. You will drive OEE, manage plant teams, and implement lean practices to meet customer delivery targets while controlling costs and improving processes.

You will lead shift teams, develop budgets, and collaborate with engineering to optimize operations, mentoring supervisors and operators for sustained performance and growth.