Weekend Operations Supervisor — Lead 20+ Team (4/10s)

Howmet Aerospace; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Processing Ops Supervisor to oversee daily production operations and drive efficiency on a 4/10 weekend schedule (Thu–Sun) at our Brea, CA site. You will manage hiring, training and staffing, plan resources, ensure SOP and regulatory compliance, and monitor KPIs to improve quality and throughput.

Strong leadership and manufacturing knowledge are essential. You will coordinate within multiple areas, from Lube to DryBlast, and collaborate with management to ensure

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years in a leadership role overseeing 20+ employees in a manufacturing setting.
• Organizational and planning skills to coordinate resources.
• Technical knowledge relevant to production processes, equipment, or service protocols.
• Compliance awareness to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate workflow in a specific operational area, including weekend shifts.
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise staff to ensure productivity.
• Plan and allocate tasks and resources to meet production goals.
• Monitor processes to ensure SOP compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure products meet established quality standards and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Track KPIs, prepare reports on output, attendance, and incidents, and use data to make informed decisions.
• Address employee issues and take appropriate corrective action where needed.
• Identify bottlenecks, operational issues, or inefficiencies and implement solutions.
• Act as a liaison between management and frontline staff, conducting briefings and ensuring smooth information flow.
• Flex employees across different areas to ensure proper HC and overtime levels.
• Attend Gemba walks with management to expand concern.

Skills

Leadership

Staff scheduling

Training

Planning

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing or related field

High school diploma

Job description

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Processing Ops Supervisor to oversee daily production operations and drive efficiency on a 4/10 weekend schedule (Thu–Sun) at our Brea, CA site. You will manage hiring, training and staffing, plan resources, ensure SOP and regulatory compliance, and monitor KPIs to improve quality and throughput.

Strong leadership and manufacturing knowledge are essential. You will coordinate within multiple areas, from Lube to DryBlast, and collaborate with management to ensure