Production Team Leader - IGT Monoshell (Gap Shift)

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Hampton, VA is seeking a Production Team Leader for the IGT Monoshell (Gap Shift) to coordinate daily shift activities and meet delivery schedules.

The role is on-site with a Monday-Thursday night schedule, overseeing a team and ensuring safety, quality, and productivity targets. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in manufacturing leadership, a high school diploma or GED, and US work authorization.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily workflow to meet the production schedule.
• Ensure daily production goals are met in quantity and quality.
• Utilize TPM or other methods to maintain equipment.
• Lead shift turnover and communicate status to the team.
• Coordinate scheduling with Shared Resources, Central Stores, Tool Room, and Maintenance.
• Ensure adherence to work systems and visual controls.
• Identify training needs and coach operators.
• Maintain safety and follow 5S program and safety rules.

Skills

Leadership

Production

Communications

Scheduling

Safety

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Production Team Leader - IGT Monoshell (Gap Shift)

Hampton, VA, United States (On-site)

Job Info

• Job Identification 119156
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 08/28/2026, 12:07 PM
• Locations One Howmet Drive, Hampton, VA, 23661, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 11/22/2026, 05:00 AM
• 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

Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visitwww.howmet.com . Follow @howmet:Twitter,Instagram,Facebook,LinkedInandYouTube.

Howmet has challenging opportunities for individuals who are excited to engage with us in growing our business. Join us where you will be part of a dedicated team to manufacture high tech products, safely, accurately, and efficiently, you will perform a variety of hands-on operations in accordance with standardized processes within customer specifications.

Job Summary: Coordinate work activities on a daily (shift to shift) basis to meet customer delivery schedules under the direction of Department Supervisor.

Hours/Schedule: Monday through Thursday 8:00pm - 6:00am.

Anticipated Pay Range:$65K-75K per year. *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

Essential Roles & Responsibilities, not limited to:

Production Skills 20%

• Coordinates workflow through department on a daily basis to meet production schedule.
• Ensures daily production goals are met in both quantity and quality.
• Utilizes production methods that reduce cost and increase productivity.
• Observes and adheres to standards of performance, identifies and reports shortfalls to supervisor.
• Ensures maintenance of equipment by application of TPM or other methods.

Leadership 30%

• Upholds and demonstrates Howmet’s values in approach to work, decision making and interpretations of ethical guidelines and polices for subordinates.
• Maintains relationships with peers, subordinates, superiors, external and internal customers, promotes teamwork within and between departments.
• Accepts and seeks individual/self-developmental opportunities.
• Works on assigned projects to meet department goals and objectives.

Communications 15%

• Communicates verbally and in writing to peers, superiors, internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Maintains communication during shift turnover through the use of turnover sheets, updated status boards or other verbal and written means.
• Make and receives verbal and written assignments.
• Conduct meetings with team members.

Operator Skills 5%

• Working knowledge of all non-certified operations in department.

Scheduling 15%

• Executes assignment instructions for work during shift to align for changes, absences, equipment downtime, or necessary overtime.
• Coordinates scheduling needs with Shared Resources, Central Stores, Tool Room, and Maintenance

Work Systems 5%

• Ensures adherence to work systems to include work instructions, labor reporting, visual controls and Integrated Process Control, and audits.

Training 5%

• Identifies, evaluates, and documents training, communicates needs to supervisor.
• Trains operators utilizing one on one training method or other techniques.

Safety 5%

• Monitors work environment for safety issues and acts to correct problems
• Utilizes the 5S program to maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Follow Howmet’s Safety Regulations and Work Rules Handbook along with all departmental specific safety requirements.
• Must comply with all company attendance policies and guidelines; this includes, but is not limited to, regular attendance and occasional overtime.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Employee 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:

• Prior manufacturing experience in a leadership role 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.