Sr Operations Manager at Howmet Aerospace Fullerton, CA

Howmet Aerospace; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Sr Operations Manager in Fullerton, CA to direct manufacturing teams. The role emphasizes quality and on-time delivery in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least eight years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong leadership skills. Included benefits start from day one of hire, offering health insurance and a robust 401k matching program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years of experience in Aerospace manufacturing.
• Proficient in MS-Word, MS-Excel, and MS-PowerPoint.
• Minimum of five years as a demonstrated operations leader.

Responsibilities

• Direct manufacturing teams for efficient operation and quality delivery.
• Supervise work teams and personnel actions per company policies.
• Set productivity and quality targets for production.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Computer systems (MS-Office, ERP)

Operations leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Sr Operations Manager – Fullerton, CA

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM) is a global provider of engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries.

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. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [e-mail].

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum Eight (8) years of experience in Aerospace manufacturing work environment, which has provided a working knowledge of lean manufacturing and rapid improvement techniques.
• Bachelor's Degree from accredited institution
• Proficient with computer systems and programs (MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS-PowerPoint, querying databases, ERP systems, etc.)
• Minimum of 5 years as a demonstrated operations leader
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer the Bachelor's Degree emphasis is in Engineering or Business specialization
• Experience working in a complex manufacturing facility preferred
• Experience in the Fastener manufacturing industry preferred

Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package available day one of hire, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.

Salary range: $109,000 to $180,000.

Responsibilities

Responsible for directing manufacturing teams in obtaining efficient operation of the manufacturing activities. Maintains a customer focus (quality and on-time delivery are priorities.) Directs and supervises activities of Production Supervisors, leads and operators. Leads by example a commitment to employee involvement, participative management, and continuous improvement.

• Direct production teams in the manufacturing of product to meet customer quality and on-time delivery needs.
• Supervise work teams and individuals in the areas of personnel actions in compliance with company policies.
• Schedule/ approve overtime, vacations and other personnel administrative requests.
• Sets productivity and quality targets for areas of responsibility.
• Coach teams in their continuous improvement efforts.
• Establish procedures by which the teams/ operators perform preventative maintenance activities.
• Establish procedures for shop floor housekeeping.
• Prepare daily production reports and forms.
• Attend Production Review meetings.
• Work in a safe manner that promotes the health and well-being of the individual and the environment.
• Review performance against plans and budgets monthly. Assure compliance with plans and budgets.
• Provide input into the capital budgets. Monitor project performance and expenditures.
• Prepare capital appropriation requests, as required. Review and approve capital appropriation requests.
• Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.
• Maintain full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conducts all activities in accordance with the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of, and commitment to, ABS manufacturing principles and techniques.
• Keeps work area and equipment clean, safe and in an orderly fashion on a daily basis.
• Performs other tasks of equal or lesser skill as required.