Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a VP/GM in our Torrance, CA location. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we’re the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.

About Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s sales for 2021 approximated $5 billion. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company’s differentiated technologies promote more fuel efficiency for aircraft and commercial transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com , including content shared during the Company’s May 2022 Technology Day.

Essential Functions:

The VP/GM Operations works with the Howmet Fastening Systems global operations team to improve efficiency and productivity through process improvements in manufacturing. The position will develop and execute the manufacturing strategy, will be instrumental in optimizing investment and will lead cost reduction strategies. All activities will be driven in support of manufacturing methodologies to serve multiple markets from high volume to custom products.

Responsible for overseeing three US fastener Operations (Carson, Torrance, Tucson).

Specific Responsibilities Include:

• The position will develop and implement the manufacturing strategy for HFS Operations. This role will be key in optimizing investment as well as leading and supporting the comprehensive deployment of globalization strategy.
• Deliver targeted annual productivity improvements. Manage a project pipeline identifying business opportunities that will help drive Operational Excellence, Dramatic Growth, and Productivity.
• Establish sustainable supply chains between globalized sites and the host sites. Ensure the infrastructure and processes are in accordance with HFS practices.
• Develop and document a “best-in-class” structured process for assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of the operations processes. This assessment will include driving operational and profitability metrics and analytics to achieve revenue, EBITDA and cash targets.
• Lead ongoing deployment and implementation of Lean Manufacturing techniques assigned operations and ongoing deployment of Process Productivity initiatives.
• Lead, along with Quality, the reduction of Waste in processes. (scrap, rework, attrition).
• Develop annual manufacturing plan in consultation with other senior-level unit leaders to ensure proper deployment of resources to achieve required levels of production and to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Ensures full compliance with EHS standards, policies, procedures and processes as they apply to area of accountability. Confirms that incidents are thoroughly investigated and that root causes are identified and remedied on a systematic basis. Fosters a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.
• Analyzes and directs the preparation of Capital Appropriation Requests to secure required capital equipment for projects meeting or exceeding capital return targets.
• Interfaces directly with key customers, in concert with Sales & Marketing Management and Account Managers to resolve problems related to delivery, quality and other issues. Strives to address customer concerns in a responsive, professional manner while protecting the interests of the Company.
• As a key member of the Operations team, participate in the annual operations strategic planning process including facilities, location & consolidation; strategic sourcing, both global and domestic; operations organization assessment.
• Develops and presents to the senior leadership team organizational, strategic, financial and operational proposals aimed at continually advancing manufacturing effectiveness
• Provides positive leadership. Ensures open communications and responds to employee concerns in an appropriate manner. Seeks to improve the knowledge, skill and ability of people. Deals proactively with substandard performance.
  

Benefits/Salary:

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation . The salary range for this position is $195K to $292K.

Education:

• BS/BA in Engineering, Business, Finance or related discipline
• Master’s Degree in business discipline preferred
• Lean/QMS concepts and processes

Experience and Background:

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership skills are required - able to challenge current practices, sell a vision, empower people, overcome obstacles and solve conflicts.
• Must be a proven and influential project manager capable of driving results across the organization and cross functions.
• Ability to think through complex development projects and identify gaps in plans, risks and opportunities.
• Must be self-driven with an acute sense of urgency.
• Outstanding organizational skills and discipline, able to influence teams to reach consensus.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully within a matrix organizational structure to leverage shared resources and complete programs on time.
• Innovative thinker that challenges the historic approach and works collectively to establish a future vision.