Howmet Aerospace

Engineered aerospace components and titanium parts

Process Owner - Post Cast

Quality EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeHampton, VA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
Two years of experience in manufacturing operations and/or continuous improvement is required.
Must provide documentation in its original form establishing identity and employment eligibility in the United States.
Must be able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with shop-floor and management personnel.
Ability to organize, manage time, and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work in a self-directed or team environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to innovate when opportunities arise.

Responsibilities

Ensure post-cast processes comply with methods, materials, and equipment specifications detailed in the Corporate Post Cast Manual, associated MSAT, Nadcap requirements, and customer specifications.
Modify and/or approve work instructions (Activity Instructions and Product Criteria) for post-cast manufacturing processes, including shell removal, gate removal, machining, surface preparation, finishing, and dimensional processes.
Monitor post-cast processes and ensure they are stable, sustainable, and in control.
Perform regular MSAT audits on post-cast processes.
Determine root causes of deviations from critical processes and develop timely reaction plans to correct them.
Work with cross-functional teams and/or individually to identify and correct causes of scrap and rework, and to identify improvements and cost reductions in post-cast processes.
Assist with the development and implementation of new materials and techniques.
Assist with training operators on new methods or instructions.
Retrieve and analyze data using Excel, Power BI, and other software systems.
Work off-shift hours and weekends occasionally for training or technical support.
Perform other duties as requested to support the Process Owner team.

Desired Qualifications

Three or more years of experience in manufacturing operations and/or continuous improvement.
Three or more years of experience in metal finishing and/or abrasives.
Three or more years of leadership experience.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
Two years' experience manufacturing operations and/or continuous improvement
Must be able to provide documentation in the original form establishing both your identity and your employment eligibility in the U.S.
This position entails access to export-controlled items you must be able to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications:

3+ years of experience manufacturing operations and/or continuous improvement
3+ years of experience in metal finishing and/or abrasives
3+ years of leadership experience

Post Cast Process Owner - Job Band 25

Job Summary: This position will be responsible for ensuring that the post cast processes are performed in compliance with the methods, materials, and equipment specifications as detailed in the Corporate Post Cast Manual, associated MSAT, Nadcap requirements, and customer specifications.

Essential Functions:

Modify and/or approve work instructions (Activity Instructions and Product Criteria) for the post cast manufacturing processes, such as shell removal, gate removal, machining, surface preparation, finishing, and dimensional.
Responsible to monitor post cast processes and ensure that they are stable, sustainable, and in control.
Perform regular MSAT audits on post cast processes.
Determination of root cause of any deviations from critical processes, and development of timely reaction plans to correct the deviations.
Work with cross-functional teams and/or individually to identify and correct causes of scrap and rework, and to identify improvements and cost reductions in post cast processes.
Assist with development and implementation of new materials and techniques.
Assist with training of operators for new methods or instructions.
Perform data retrieval and data analysis using Excel, PowerBI, and other software systems.
Flexibility to work off-shift hours and weekends for occasional training or technical support.
Other duties may be requested to support Process Owner team.

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to communicate and interact with shop floor and management personnel effectively.
Ability to organize, manage time, and prioritize multiple tasks.
Able to work in a self-directed or team environment.
Strong Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Forward thinker – must have the ability to innovate when the opportunity is presented.

About the Company

Howmet Aerospace

Engineered aerospace components and titanium parts

Howmet Aerospace designs and manufactures advanced engineered components for aerospace and transportation, including jet engine parts, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts, and forged wheels. These parts are precision-made from specialized materials to deliver lighter, fuel-efficient, and durable performance, supported by a large patent portfolio. It differentiates itself by offering a broad, integrated set of engineered solutions across engines, airframes, and wheels with patented technologies and materials. Its goal is to help customers achieve safer, more efficient air and land transportation by delivering reliable, high-performance components that reduce weight and emissions.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Pittsburgh, PA
Founded: 1888

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