Job Info
- Job Identification :
- Job Category : Operations
- Posting Date : 08/24/2025, 12:54 PM
- Locations : One Misco Drive, Whitehall, MI, , US (On-site)
- Job Schedule : Full time
- Remote Work Schedule Availability? : None
- 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
The Howmet Aerospace group is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The company focuses on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace aims to advance fuel efficiency, quieter engines, and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit
Job Roles
- Participative consultant — provides expertise and guidance while contributing to implementation and solutions; serves with strategic and tactical implementation assistance; listens to ensure the right interventions occur; acts as an internal partner rather than an outside observer
- Strategy support — understands enterprise strategy and prioritizes accordingly; helps enterprise differentiate between critical and important; empowers individuals to execute against stated strategies and objectives
- Leverage — conducts planned events and responds to organizational needs to create efficiencies that support strategies; enables next steps for the business and creates feedback loops and performance
- Organization and structure — monitors progress and timetables; anticipates obstacles and creates structure to avoid them; deploys outside resources with precision and provides accountability
- Networked connector — operates across the segment; facilitates information transfer and shared accountability; understands system interdependencies and enables performance; identifies opportunities and unlocks connections
- Influence — acts at the request of segment leaders; inspires a win-together strategy; provides an enterprise perspective and reduces silos; enables solutions and change; gains buy-in from sponsors and leaders
- Resource — maintains availability; introduces leaders early in onboarding to foster a culture of continuous improvement and interdependence; contributes to talent factory strategy and long-term development
- Magnetism and trust — uses strategies to defuse situations; builds trust and collaboration; creates an "us against the issue" dynamic
- Enterprise purpose — aims to improve across the enterprise; seeks to improve conditions for operators and leaders; articulates systematic improvement as competitive advantage; values simplicity and problem-solving; provides long-term perspective
- Process rigor — upholds operational excellence; uses best practices and standards; enables others to repeat diagnostics and processes
Job Responsibilities
- Advance the training of Plant Managers and their staff in HBS Tools to meet goals
- Work with and on current HBS systems to facilitate more effective improvement
- Lead specific site projects that energize teams to improve results (TPM / Reliability Excellence deployment, Scrap and rework reduction, etc.)
- Change leadership and leader standard work deployment
- Hoshin process deployment
- Work design and creation of advanced manufacturing systems using lean concepts to enhance quality and flow
- Six Sigma deployment
- Business travel will be required
Qualifications
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS Degree in Engineering, Business, or related fields; graduate degree strongly desired
- Minimum 10 years\' experience in plant operational management is required. Experience must include financial P&L, leading manufacturing excellence, operational excellence, and driving improvements through lean manufacturing principles
- Commercial experience creating/supporting customer relationships and expectations.
- 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:
- Experience in investment casting industry.
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 $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, 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, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at 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. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email
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