Job Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for managing quality continuous improvement initiatives at Howmet Fastening System’s (HFS) sites, based out of our Fullerton, CA location. This role drives and leads a wide range of activities that are designed to improve quality, operations efficiency, productivity, and on-time delivery while minimizing cost and waste.
- Serve as the resident expert with a deep knowledge of, and commitment to, quality and other lean manufacturing principles and techniques (e.g., continuous improvement, 6 Sigma, etc.).
- Act as internal consultant and catalyst to assist HFS plant leadership, individuals, and teams in the application of continuous improvement principles and techniques to improve quality.
- Facilitate successful Kaizen and rapid improvement process events with employees, customers and suppliers, with a major emphasis on HFS site focused quality improvement. Provide support for all follow-throughs required to sustain the improvements during the events.
- Instruct others in continuous process improvements, including the use of various problem solving and productivity techniques such as process mapping and enhanced RCCA.
- Provide formal training on RCCA and mistake proofing processes, lean manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts, principles, and practices.
- Assist team leaders in team skill and knowledge development to support meeting management goals, project management, improvements, results measurements, problem solving and related team skills.
- Establish reporting methods to track progress and communication processes to inform the organization of results opportunities.
- Role to support HFS sites’ continuous improvement activities, as needed (e.g., training, project-based work, best practice support, etc.)
- Design and prepare procedures to support Quality operations.
- Enhance and implement effective measurement on quality performance with specific focus on customer complaints and product consistency.
- Manage and improve the non-conforming material review and control process across HFS sites.
- As needed, participate in the performance of customer and industry accreditation audits across HFS sites.
Assist the HFS Director of Operational Quality in developing plans and policies to continuously improve manufacturing processes and increase product quality and delivery.
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Knowledge and Skills:
- Continuous Improvement Mindset: Perpetually looking for ways to improve processes. Able to effectively identify opportunities for improving business performance. Possess a strong ability to formulate ideas into action.
- Results Orientation and Execution Skills: Be adept at successfully managing multiple projects, and in developing processes and tools to drive timely delivery. Possess a sense of urgency, hold teams accountable to results, lead by example, and demonstrate high personal energy in every interaction.
- Collaboration and Influencing: Develop effective relationships with all levels of staff and functional groups. Possess an ability to influence outcomes, with higher-order communication, change management, and influencing skills.
- Team Leadership: Be a skilled people manager and developer that deeply understands the importance of challenging, motivating, and developing high-performance teams. Enjoy and have experience in coaching and mentoring others to achieve success in fluid, project/team-based environments.
The position includes 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. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $115,000 to $170,000.
About Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s sales for 2022 approximated $5.7 billion. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company’s differentiated technologies promote more fuel efficiency for aircraft and commercial transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com , including content shared during the Company’s May 2022 Technology Day.
Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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