Production Supervisor

Responsibilities

Howmet Engines is a world-class producer of aero engine and industrial gas turbine components, including airfoils, rings, disks and forgings. We excel in vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts that enable the next generation of quieter, more fuel-efficient aero engines and cleaner power generation. Howmet Dover Casting is a world-class supplier of complex, investment-cast turbine airfoils and other components for the aircraft engine and industrial gas turbine industries. Howmet Dover Alloy is a world-class supplier of vacuum and air-melted nickel- and cobalt-based superalloys to aerospace, gas turbine, medical and other high-technology industrial markets.

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking a Supervisor  to join our Casting Facility located in Dover, New Jersey. 

We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, matching 401K, Life Insurance,  Short Term Disability, Performance Pay Bonus,  Paid Time Off, Wellness Programs, EAP Program, (free local gym membership)  as  well as other discounted benefits.”

JOB SUMMARY:

The position will direct and motivate the manufacturing work force to produce products of high quality in the most efficient and safe manner and ensure that scheduling meets business and customer needs. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet Aerospace’s EHS value and policy statement and its accompanying principles;
• Comply with all department, facility, Corporate and Regulatory EH&S regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment;
• Report all job-related illness and injuries. (Per employee handbook);
• Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner;
• Attend all EH&S training.

Job Roles 

• Job Roles 

• Supervises an effective team; includes planning and holding meetings, preparing and conducting performance appraisals as appropriate, managing staffing levels (including vacations, overtime, and leaves of absences), assisting with career development (motivates, coaches, and trains to acquire maximum quality, productivity, morale, and cooperation), approving time and attendance, and prioritizing and making work assignments.

• Provides effective feedback to employees, both positive and negative.  Maintains appropriate documentation for all disciplinary actions taken.

• Provides training and mentoring to new Supervisors.

• Directs training and orientation of employees to ensure EHS rules are known and understood, to improve work performance, and acquaint employees with company policies and procedures.

• Maintains compliance with the collective bargaining agreement.  Handles grievances.

• Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.

• Schedules production and work teams.

• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operations, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.

• Promotes EHS and continuous improvement initiatives and culture.

• Implements ABS principles and initiatives and is the 6S program leader.

• Interacts with their employees and other departments in order to manage the flow of product through the operation.

• Maintains inventories, as applicable.

• Creates a total awareness among assigned employees of Company policies, regulations, procedures, and business initiatives.  Enforces compliance and acts as a positive resource for information and questions.

• Responds to emergencies. Assists in troubleshooting production problems.  Investigates and analyzes.  Initiates or recommends actions to correct deviations and variables affecting schedules, costs, quality, and other factors.

• Prepares and analyzes documentation as required (i.e. production reports, log sheets, etc).

• Reviews work procedures for safety regulations and concerns.

• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.

• Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.

• Performs audits for safety compliance; facilitates the 6S audit program.

• Assists with budget and goal setting of the operation.

• Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.

• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 2 years leadership experience
• 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

• Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with TPM, Synchronous Mfg, and Kaizen Concepts.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, have good team building skills, excellent people skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, technically oriented.
• Must be energetic and a self-starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

About UsHowmet 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 about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. About the TeamThe Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.