SHIPPING & RECEIVING LEADER - Plant 3

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.

The Shipping & Receiving Leader is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all activities related to the shipping, receiving, and logistics functions to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods. The role requires close collaboration with Manufacturing Operations, Quality Assurance, Sales, and Planning to optimize the flow of materials and products while maintaining high standards of service and efficiency. This role will also manage the shipping and receiving team (shipping clerks and shipping/receiving hourly production), ensuring compliance with company policies, safety standards, and industry regulations.

Job Roles

• Anticipation-- understands both the next best move and what needs to happen today; balances the immediate with the strategic; responds and plans; reacts and anticipates; prepares operation for optimal execution
• Responsiveness--deals effectively with the unforeseen; modifies schedule or other variables as needed based on circumstances
• Organization and structure--plans daily; coordinates through others to deliver; ensures efficiencies while balancing priorities of multiple projects and stakeholder groups, has contingency plans
• Measurement oriented--proactive to drive critical measures such as on-time delivery and raw material supplies; prioritizes action based on net result
• Relationship builder--interacts up, down and across the organizational position structure; minimizes escalations through relationship and handles them where they exist; mentors and develops others
• Facilitator-- interacts with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels; furnishes accurate instructions to others; acts as liaison between operations, quality, sales, planning, and management; eliminates roadblocks for others; responds quickly to issues and ensures quality
• Ownership--accepts accountability for the performance of others and the business; drives continuous improvement; inspires ownership and improvement in others; invites measurement
• Systems thinking--thinks about the entire plant as a system; understands importance of manufacturing in the context of the entire operation; works to eliminate silos between shifts and departments
• Influence-- delegates effectively; capable of explaining the “why” behind a recommendation or directive; advocates for the business; maintains approachability; deals with conflict and change effectively
• Autonomy--functions well with limited direction; comfortable making decisions and giving direction; accepts feedback and constructive criticism regarding actions taken

Responsibilities

• Supervises an effective team; provides guidance, development, feedback (positive and negative) to build a high-performing team, includes planning and holding meetings to flow down information, set clear performance expectations and monitors progress with 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. 
• Directs training and orientation of employees to ensure EHS rules are known and understood and acquaint employees with company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Foster a work environment that encourages continuous improvement and open communication among team members.
•  Collaborate with Manufacturing Operations, Quality Assurance, Sales, and Planning teams to ensure alignment on shipping and inventory requirements. 
• Work closely with Planning to ensure that the availability of materials aligns with production schedules and customer demand. 
• Serve as the key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding logistics, shipping, and receiving activities.
• Schedules work teams.  Maintains compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Interfaces between management and union officials.  Handles grievances.
• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Ensure all outgoing shipments are prepared, documented, and shipped accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with Planning, Quality, Plant Sales, and Manufacturing Operations to prioritize shipments based on customer needs and production schedules.
•  Verify the accuracy of shipping documentation (e.g., bills of lading, invoices, packing slips) and ensure compliance with applicable shipping regulations.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers and shipping carriers to optimize costs and delivery performance. 
• Lead development and management of standard work for shipping office personnel to ensure maintenance of customer portal redundancy and adequate cross training. 
• Maintain accurate records of finished goods and collaborate with the Planning team to ensure inventory accuracy.
•  Supervise the receiving process to ensure incoming materials are inspected, documented, and accurately recorded in the system. 
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance to ensure that incoming materials meet quality standards before acceptance.
• Maintain accurate records of received goods and collaborate with the Planning team to ensure inventory accuracy.
•  Oversee the transportation and movement of goods both internally and externally to optimize lead times and costs. 
• Develop and implement strategies to streamline logistics processes, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency. 
• Ensure compliance with international, federal, and local transportation regulations, including customs clearance for international shipments. 
• Monitor and manage transportation budgets and track performance metrics to ensure cost-effectiveness.
•  Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelors in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain or similar experience. 
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or team 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

•  Strong knowledge of logistics, shipping, and receiving processes.
•  Experience with ERP systems and logistics software.
•  Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
•  Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
•  Proven ability to lead and develop a team.
•  Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices. 
• APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) or CLTD (Certified in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution), is a plus.

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.


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