Director of Operations

Overview

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The Director of Operations will plan, direct and execute the site’s manufacturing plan, while meeting budgetary objectives, and will oversee all manufacturing operations including Planning, Engineering, Maintenance, Safety, Finance, Shipping/Receiving, Heat Treat and Processing in conformance with Howmet standards, policies, and all applicable regulatory and legal requirements. The role aims to maximize on-time delivery of products that meet specifications and to continually improve manufacturing processes and profitability.

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 businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. For more information, visit  and the ESG report at

The Director of Operations will plan, direct and execute the site’s manufacturing plan, while meeting all budgetary objectives. Responsible for the execution of all manufacturing operations including, Planning, Engineering, Maintenance, Safety, Finance, Shipping/Receiving, Heat Treat and Processing, all in conformance with Howmet standards, policies, and all applicable regulatory and legal requirements. Maximizes customer satisfaction through on-time delivery of products which meet required specifications.

Continually improves the effectiveness and efficiency of manufacturing processes. Seeks to improve profit performance across all product lines and manufacturing processes.

• Make decisions for operational activities and set strategic goals
• Planning and monitoring the day-to-day running of business to ensure smooth progress and meet all financial goals, including productivity, net profit, on time delivery, etc.
• Develops annual business plans in consultation with plant management to ensure proper deployment of resources to achieve required levels of production and to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Provides leadership to subordinate managers and to all assigned employees. Ensures open communications and responds to employee concerns in an appropriate manner. Seeks to improve the knowledge, skill and ability of people.
• Ensures full compliance with EHS standards, policies, procedures and processes for the entire site. Confirms that incidents are thoroughly investigated and that root causes are identified and remedied on a systematic basis. Fosters a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.
• Interfaces directly with key customers, in concert with Sales & Marketing Management and Account Managers to resolve problems related to delivery, quality and other issues, strives to address customer concerns in a responsive, professional manner while protecting the interests of the company.
• Oversees and facilitates activities with other departments such as Sales & Marketing, Engineering/R&D, Purchasing, Accounting, Information Systems, and Human Resources.
• Continually improves the performance of the Manufacturing organization through the application of lean manufacturing principles, including kaizen events and a continuous improvement mindset at leadership levels.
• Participates with Purchasing personnel to develop partnerships with vendors on quality, quantity and pricing; ensures issues related to purchased resources are addressed timely.
• Interacts positively with personnel internal and external to the organization; participates in external activities to secure a positive community image.
• Provides technical manufacturing assistance to stakeholders inside and outside HFS.
• Analyzes and directs the preparation of Capital Appropriation Requests for projects meeting or exceeding capital return targets.
• Directs the activities of assigned human resources and makes recommendations on hiring, disciplinary actions, promotions, demotions, terminations and salary adjustments.
• Performs tasks involving hazardous chemicals or wastes in accordance with environmental regulations and the Environmental Management System.
• Maintains compliance with Company policies and the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge and experience with lean manufacturing. Proven leadership and management skills. Thorough knowledge of complex electronic business enterprise systems.
• Ability to work effectively with employees, peers, senior-level leaders, customers and vendor representatives.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and persuasion skills. Ability to work independently, prioritizing and completing multiple assignments with minimal direction. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

The statements above describe the general nature of work being performed and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.

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