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 $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, 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 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We 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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Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Minimum 1 year experience involved with driving for results and/or continuous improvement activities.
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:
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, or other Engineering, Supply Chain Logistics or related discipline from an accredited institution.
Minimum of three years' experience in a Continuous Improvement role.
Demonstrated ability to lead managers and employees to drive major change initiatives with diverse groups.
Solid understanding of ABS and/or Toyota Production System and be able to teach/coach and mentor others.
Proven results facilitating continuous improvement activity
Strong computer and relationship skills, proficient in Microsoft Office.
Ability to speak and present effectively to personnel at all levels of the organization
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Lean manufacturing experience in aerospace, defense, or automotive industry.
Hoshin framework, TPM/OEE, 5S, Kaizen, visual factory management, work design and A3 thinking and improvement plans improvement atmosphere.
The Continuous Improvement Engineer is an expert in continuous improvement processes who uses and facilitates implementation of HBS methods and tools to deliver results in throughput, productivity, cost, and inventory and delivery performance. There is travel with this position.
Key Responsibilities:
Work on plant and department key initiatives and actions using CI principles, tools, methods, and techniques, in direct support of achieving business goals, improved performance, and decreased cost.
Identify, assess, facilitate, design, and coach implementation of CI methods, techniques, and procedures, including daily management, problem solving, TPM/OEE, 5S, visual management, work design and A3 improvement plans. Use these tools to lead and facilitate continuous improvement.
Liaison with the BU and other plants to bring technology and best practices to the location. Communicate progress and successes within the location and within the business unit.
Maintain, compile, analyze, and report metrics of improvement projects.
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