Howmet Aerospace

Manufacturing Engineer - Continuous Improvement

Howmet Aerospace • $70K — $95K *
Laporte, IN 46350In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS Degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
  • 3+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement activities.
  • Must be authorized to work in the US; no visa sponsorship available.
  • Access to export-controlled items required for the role.
  • Preferred: BS Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Guide manufacturing functions to align with company goals.
  • Collaborate with various departments to eliminate process bottlenecks.
  • Lead initiatives for safety, delivery, efficiency, and waste reduction.
  • Establish and maintain metrics for manufacturing performance.
  • Ensure daily tracking of operations metrics to meet plant objectives.
  • Develop reporting systems for manufacturing metrics.
  • Create and enforce standard procedures to meet customer specifications.

Benefits

  • Access to advanced manufacturing technologies.
  • Opportunities for continuous improvement projects.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Potential for leadership development and coaching.
  • Support for professional growth within the manufacturing sector.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities include:
  • Prioritize, guide, and facilitate the activities of the manufacturing function to meet organizational goals, initiatives and requirements.
  • Work with Operations, Engineering, Planning and Facilities to identify and remove bottlenecks in the manufacturing process.
  • Lead cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives for safety, on-time delivery, production efficiency, and scrap reduction.
  • Establish and maintain manufacturing performance metrics throughout the departments.
  • Ensure operations metrics are well-known and tracked on a daily basis to achieve manufacturing and plant objectives.
  • Establish reporting systems for the different manufacturing metrics.
  • Oversee the development of standard policies, procedures and practices to ensure customer requirements are embodied in manufacturing processes.
  • Reaffirm existing production goals, or establish new goals, and lead the group effort to achieve those goals.
  • Develop the capabilities of those in the department through teaching, coaching, establishing high standards, and ensuring accountability.
  • Exhibit and promote an attitude on the plant floor that leads to an engaged and energized workforce.
  • Drive improvements by developing and implementing systems and procedures based on data analysis.
  • Utilize best practice methodologies and develop new technologies.
  • Perform other work-related duties as assigned.


Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
  • BS Degree in an engineering field from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of three years' experience with application of Continuous Improvement activities.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • BS Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing or Applied Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • A strong technical understanding of Production KPIs.
  • Strong analytical skills using Excel, Minitab and or other statistical software.
  • AutoCAD, SolidWorks and or other 3D modelling tools experience.
  • Strong leadership skills that foster an engaged employee environment.
  • Previous experience with change management.
  • Demonstrated results in leading manufacturing excellence.
  • A strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational and negotiation skills.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude.
  • Experience in the investment casting industry.


About Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace is a global leader in engineered metal products. The company provides aerospace components, such as jet engine and industrial gas turbine components, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace has a strong focus on research and development, and has been awarded numerous patents for its innovative products and processes. The company has a global presence, with operations in North America, Europe, and Asia. Howmet Aerospace was formerly known as Arconic Inc. and changed its name to Howmet Aerospace Inc. in April 2020.
Learn more about Howmet Aerospace
Size
19,900 employees
Market Cap
$16 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$261 million
5 Year Trend
-16.7%
Revenue
$5.2 billion
NASDAQ
HWM
* Ladders Estimates

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