Coatings Manager

Howmet has an opening for an Aerospace Coatings Manager in Tucson AZ. 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. Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Job Summary Responsible for overseeing operations in Howmet Fastening System's newly created state-of-the-art aerospace coatings business in Tucson, AZ. This includes responsibility for all activities and personnel on first, second, third and weekend shifts. Monitors plant operations to ensure safe and efficient manufacturing processes. Promotes a safe and environmentally compliant workplace. Identifies and corrects operational deviations. Acts as a resource to hourly Team Leaders, Production Technicians, and management. Leads by example, demonstrating a firm commitment to employee involvement, participative leadership, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provides team members with direction on work assignments, operational priorities, time recording, and technical troubleshooting resources.
• Optimize and prioritize resources and make decisions regarding these resources and their impact on plant operations.
• Facilitates and supports employee teams and ensures that they have required resources, such as information and training, to increase the effectiveness of these work teams.
• Works closely with Team Leaders to assist them in dealing with issues that are either outside their scope of authority or that are outside of their areas of expertise.
• Identifies training and development opportunities for team members to improve their ability to perform assigned duties effectively and to maintain current job knowledge.
• Offers assistance and guidance to team members on processes, techniques, methods, and practices in areas of expertise. May perform a limited amount of hands-on manufacturing activity.
• Oversees decisions regarding staffing, performance evaluation, and corrective actions for team members.
• Prepares requisitions to secure equipment, supplies and materials required to support plant operations, ensuring that best value is secured for the company.
• Manages assigned budget by tracking costs on a regular basis and reducing expenditures wherever practical.
• Utilizes manual and automated systems to prepare reports and process information, maintaining a high degree of data integrity.
• Contacts internal and external resources as needed to secure support required to accomplish assigned responsibilities.
• Follows regulations and requirements of the SPCC Plan, RCRA regulations, and operating procedures involving hazardous chemicals outlined in the Environmental Management System when performing any tasks involving hazardous chemicals or hazardous wastes.
• Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.
• Maintains full compliance and conducts all activities in accordance with Company policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Skills

Basic

• Bachelor's Degree or 10+ years relevant experience in coating application, customer service, quality control, and costing within the Coatings industry.
• Employee 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.
• Ability to work effectively with employees, peers, managers, customers, and vendor representatives.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, etc.).
• Able to establish priorities effectively and push for completion.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence.
• Ability to understand data from a variety of sources and use it to make correct decisions.
• Knowledge of complex electronic EHS systems and productivity software (Word, Excel, Access, Lotus Notes, PowerPoint).
• Solid technical knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes and of continuous improvement techniques.