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Inventory
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Accountability
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Brand
Innovation
Collaboration
Decision-making
Performance Metrics
Strategic Management
Business Strategy
Cascading
Value Stream Mapping
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Shell
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Operational Excellence
Lean Methodology
Continuous Integration
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Project Management
Productivity
Industrial Engineering
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Supply Chain Management
Coaching
Mentorship
Total Productive Maintenance
TPM
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Manufacturing
Lean Manufacturing
AS9100
Regulatory Compliance
Leadership
Facilitation
Continuous Improvement
Microsoft Office
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Microsoft Power BI
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SQL
Microsoft Excel
Database
Teaching
FOCUS
Appcelerator
Aerospace

Inventory
Sustainability
Accountability
Business Acumen
ROOT
Business Cases
Brand
Innovation
Collaboration
Decision-making
Performance Metrics
Strategic Management
Business Strategy
Cascading
Value Stream Mapping
DMAIC
Shell
Visual Control
Operational Excellence
Lean Methodology
Continuous Integration
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Project Management
Productivity
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Supply Chain Management
Coaching
Mentorship
Total Productive Maintenance
TPM
OEE
5S
Kaizen
Management
Manufacturing
Lean Manufacturing
AS9100
Regulatory Compliance
Leadership
Facilitation
Continuous Improvement
Microsoft Office
Communication
Microsoft Power BI
Reporting
SQL
Microsoft Excel
Database
Teaching
FOCUS
Appcelerator
Aerospace

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Job Description

The Continuous Improvement Manager is an expert in continuous improvement processes who teaches and facilitates implementation of standard operational excellence methods and tools to deliver results in safety, throughput, productivity, cost, and inventory and delivery performance. This position is located in Plant 3 in Whitehall, Michigan.

Job Roles

Improvement agent--provides expertise and guidance while contributing substantively to implementation and solutions; serves with both strategic and tactical implementation assistance; listens well to ensure the right interventions occur; maintains focus as an internal partner versus outside observer
Sustainability support--understands plant and enterprise level strategy and prioritizes accordingly; creates follow up plans, support and accountability to ensure adoption and independent implementation
Educational implementer--conducts planned events and responds to operational needs to create efficiencies that support strategies; enables next steps for the business and creates virtuous cycles of feedback and performance at a local level; manages projects and events efficiently and maximizes allocation of resources under time pressure
Business acumen--creates compelling business case for events and interventions; understands and communicates the why behind efforts; measures success based on business performance
Analysis and synthesis--seeks first to listen and understand; determines root cause with contributions from others; translates based on observation and input; technical expert in ABS
Influence--compels others without direct authority; provides business case and data-driven justification for events; appreciates the use of other leaders resources and people, holds those things in trust; creates a favorable brand for ABS and CI
Coach--helps others grow their capability; motivated by teaching and improvement; embraces the need to receive invitation; contributes to Talent Factory strategy by increasing awareness and functionality of individuals and groups
Creativity and innovation--challenges the status quo; networks internally to gather information; offers ideas and potential solutions based on observation and direct feedback from operators and supervisors
Strategic perspective--driven to improve the plant to improve the business; prioritizes based on hoshin and collaboration with other leaders; identifies areas of greatest potential return and adds value at the decision making level; evaluates effectiveness of events and interventions based on performance metrics in addition to CI and ABS metrics; thinks about the business as it will be in the future when deciding what to do today

Key Responsibilities:

Hoshin Kanri Leadership:

Facilitate the development, deployment, and execution of annual Hoshin plans across all departments.
Ensure alignment between corporate strategy, plant-level objectives, and frontline daily management systems.
Lead strategy review (catchball) processes and ensure cascading of goals and metrics through the organization.
Track progress against breakthrough objectives and ensure countermeasures are in place when gaps are identified.

Lean & Continuous Improvement Systems:

Serve as the plant s Lean expert and coach for all levels of the organization.
Standardize and sustain key Lean systems, including Daily Management, A3 Thinking, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen.
Champion structured problem solving using 8D, 5 Whys, and DMAIC tools.
Facilitate targeted Kaizen events to improve flow, reduce waste, and optimize process stability in wax, shell, foundry, and finishing departments.

Metrics & Visual Management:

Drive a visual factory environment with strong linkage between metrics and actions at all levels.
Support operational excellence scorecards and provide monthly updates to leadership on progress.

Change Leadership:

Act as a catalyst for cultural transformation by promoting employee involvement and ownership in improvement efforts.
Train, mentor, and coach leaders, supervisors, and frontline employees in Lean thinking and continuous improvement tools.
Develop internal CI champions and foster team-based problem-solving capability.

Project Management:

Lead cross-functional projects focused on improving productivity, reducing variation, and enhancing throughput in complex casting processes.
Ensure all improvement projects deliver measurable and sustainable business impact.

Basic Requirements:

Bachelor s degree from an accredited institution
Minimum 7 years experience in a Continuous Improvement capacity
Minimum 5 years of experience in a leadership role
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 Engineering, specifically Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering, or Supply Chain from an accredited institution
Ability to demonstrate a solid understanding of HBS and/or Toyota Production System
Demonstrated experience in teaching/coaching/mentoring others - leading diverse groups to drive major change initiatives
Experience with Hoshin framework, TPM/OEE, 5S, Kaizen, visual factory management, work design and A3 thinking and improvement plans improvement atmosphere
Experience in investment casting or aerospace component manufacturing
Lean manufacturing experience in aerospace, defense, or automotive industry
Familiarity with AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP compliance
Hands-on leadership style with ability to engage on the shop floor
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
Power BI report creation
SQL exports into Excel database in order to turn data into information
Passion for continuous learning, teaching, and building capability in others

Company Description

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/joinus

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