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MANUFACTURING ENGINEER - Plant 4

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER - Plant 4

companyHowmet Aerospace
locationWhitehall, MI 49461, USA
PublishedPublished: 9/26/2024
Full Time


Howmet Aerospace, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

This position will be located in Plant 4, our Thermatech and Ti-Ingot Operations, and will support manufacturing by providing focused projects that will improve throughput, reduce inventory & reduce operating expense. This position will drive reduction of labor costs through cellular manufacturing and new/improved methods & equipment. Must be able to apply standard practices and techniques, adjust and correlate data, recognize discrepancies in results and take corrective action. Will document work, prepare technical notes/reports/documents and establish customer contacts (internal & external) as required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • BS Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • ​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:
  • Previous internship, co-op experience, or previous work experience in a manufacturing environment or lab environment.
  • BS degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Technology  
  • Experience in Kaizen, continuous improvement and formal problem solving.

  • Excellent analytical skills, verbal & written communication skills (such as Standard Operating Procedure development)
  • Ability to perform and analyze time studies to develop standardized work and set labor standards.
  • Ability to create capacity analysis tools that capture machine cycle times, workloads and OEE.
  • Experience in the implementation of improved manufacturing processes, such as new and better equipment (including defining scope of work, technology research, quote procurement from vendors, budget setting, equipment installation and start-up, project management of improvement projects) 
  • Experience in defining and implementing cell layout, plant layout and ergonomically designed workstations.
  • Experience in export control regulations (commercial and/or military shipments across international borders) 
  • Utilization of observation skills to drive NVA (Non-Value Add) waste elimination, reduced operation cycle times and product flow analysis. 
  • Ability to provide technical leadership and guidance to the manufacturing areas through the use of cross-functional teams. 
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
  • Experience with CAD (2D and/or 3D)


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. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, 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 2023 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report.

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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.


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 TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com