Production Planning & Control Manager

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Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 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.

Our state-of-the-art investment casting facility in La Porte, Indiana is seeking a Production Control & Planning Manager to join our team. Nestled halfway between South Bend and Chicago, along the shores of Lake Michigan - our facility in La Porte, Indiana supplies jet engine components to some of the most trusted names in the Aerospace industry.

The Production Control and Planning Manager (PCP) directs and coordinates activities to ensure the timely production of castings to meet the site objectives and customer demand through direct interface with customers, suppliers, and internal cross functional teams. The PCP is responsible for the creation of a supply plan and for managing, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring the expedient flow of parts through the manufacturing processes to satisfy the customers’ delivery requirements. The PCP is responsible to ensure the right levels of raw materials and work in process are available for Operations to successfully execute the supply plan.

The PCP ensures the site is balancing supply versus demand each month; identifying areas where the segment is out of balance and proactively recommends options/scenarios to align across functions/locations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Communicates directly and through the Planning Team with customers regarding a) the status of order fulfillment, b) future risks to demand attainment, and c) capacity constraints impacting success.
• Coordinates with Commercial/Marketing teams concerning current and future demand, coordinates customer service-related communication, and answers any other questions. 
• Acts as liaison between Howmet’s customers and manufacturing and support teams. Communicates customers’ requirements and concerns.  Acts as the customer intermediary to ensure delivery is timely. 
• Develops master schedule to establish sequence and lead-time of each operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or orderbook.
• Takes action to drive daily shipments which achieve monthly objectives.
• Analyzes customer demand against plant capacity data and performs mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements.
• Plans and directs production activities including any outsource vendors and establishes production priorities in keeping with effective operations and cost factors.
• Ensures item master and BOM accuracy in the manufacturing system to drive accurate MRP data.
• Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times.
• Coordinates delivery schedule and other supply chain activities
• Coordinates production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment.
• Develops and implements operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
• Revises production schedules and priorities as result of equipment failure or operating problems based on synchronous manufacturing principles.
• Prepares production reports as required.
• Analyzes physical inventory and works in a cross-functional capacity enhance inventory turnover.
• Leads the activities required to complete an annual physical inventory.
• Oversees the raw material line of balance process including the accurate forecast of needs to each raw material and outsource supplier.

INCUMBENT WILL POSSESS:

• Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Leadership —willingness to lead, take charge, and offer fact-based opinions and direction. Demonstrated ability to train, develop, and motivate a team and influence others outside of their position’s reporting structure. 
• Negotiation — Experience in bringing two or more people with differing viewpoints together to meet a mutually beneficial outcome.
• Strong Financial Literacy —knowledge of financial principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Integrity — being honest and ethical.
• Stress Tolerance — ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• Disciplined Execution — ability to hold the team accountable through daily execution to the plan. When required, he/she will need to be able to dive into details to ensure operational success.
• Written and Verbal Expression — ability to communicate information and ideas verbally and in writing so others will understand.
• Active Listening — willingness to give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking — able to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Organizing, planning, and prioritizing work — ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work results.

Education: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Engineering, Business Administration or related field from four-year college or university; or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years minimum experience in a leadership position in a manufacturing environment and/or an equivalent large segment of a business.
• Excellent communication skills (presentations, verbal and written).
• Highly knowledgeable with production planning concepts such as MRP.
• Understanding of Budget responsibility and Profit and Loss management
• Exceptional analytical and conceptional thinking skills
• High level of competency in Microsoft Office applications especially Excel
• Applicants 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:

• Minimum of 5 years-experience in aerospace/defense manufacturing.
• Heavy manufacturing experience
• APICS CPIM/CSCP certification
• Master’s degree from accredited institution
• Proficiency with Oracle or a similar ERP system experience highly preferred. 

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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