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Howmet Aerospace Injection Press Process Owner - Process Engineer in Whitehall, Michigan
This position is location in Whitehall, MI at the new core plant. Initial travel to Morristown, TN to learn process will be required.
Job Responsibilities:
Develop and improve core forming processes
Collaborate with maintenance, automation, and manufacturing on machine functionality and press outputs
Establish process critical TPM criteria
Define critical to quality process metrics and establish working tolerances
Train press specialists on critical process metrics
Drive yield improvement initiatives with core engineers in the forming processes
Connect forming process metrics to overall yield and throughput
Assist in the implementation of quality programs
Participate in continuous improvement projects for both yield and productivity
Review and monitoring of core quality metrics
Coordinate with compound process owner on impacts of material to the forming process
% Scrap produced, quality standard
Prepare periodic reports on the activities carried out
Review and prepare Core forming area procedures. Implement forming best practices
Analyze service and production standards and limitations
Restructure product criteria for easy understanding
Interact with quality and support departments on quality issues and specifications requested in Core processes
Interpret product criteria, acceptable guides and defects
Help Casting plants, Clients and/or Suppliers with Core problems
Find solutions to maintain product flow
Job Roles:
Systems thinker--sees the business and its operation holistically; understands actions and reactions; considers multiple pathways of potential effect before decisions; thinks strategically about interventions with an eye toward scale
Optimizer--constantly challenging the organization to work smarter; supports others to ensure they have what they need to do their work successfully
Anticipation--looks ahead to minimize potential issues and maximize advantages; prepares others for what comes next
Operational accelerator--drives continuous improvement; understands ramifications of automation and other advances; advocates for safety, ergonomics and scalable solutions
Organization and structure--works within existing structures while striving to improve and standardize them; provides accurate information; galvanizes others toward common goals
Influence--leverages knowledge, relationship, data and perspective to persuade, educate and navigate; gains buy in and adoption of ideas and practices at scale; interacts with a variety of stakeholders
Data informed--focused on things that drive quantifiable business outcomes; evaluates based on quantitative feedback; knows and explains the “why” behind actions
Prioritized reaction--handles the unexpected without losing sight of important objectives; reacts where greatest leverage points exist
Relationship--connects individually and with teams across shifts and practices; builds rapport and commonality; creates a “win together” ethic; serves as liaison between shop floor and engineering; keeps the pulse of the floor; helps people feel heard
Basic Qualifications
BS Degree in Engineering
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
Experience working in an engineering or manufacturing environment
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 (https://www.linkedin.com/company/howmet-aerospace) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/howmetaerospace) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/howmetaerospace/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Howmetaerospace/) , and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/howmetaerospace) .
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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