What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner position at Howmet Aerospace?

Responsibilities

Howmet Aerospace, 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.

Our Savannah Operations is a heavy industrial Forging manufacturing plant located in Midway, Georgia, employs approximately 170 people and is poised for growth!

We have an immediate opening for an experienced Production Planner position to work directly with our Operations and Supply Chain Departments and assist with planning and scheduling.

COMPANY BENEFITS :

We offer eligible employees competitive pay and a strong benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with financial security, health, and well-being.

Medical, Life, Dental, Vision, and other Company benefits starting on Day 1
401(k) with Company retirement contribution and exceptional Company Match
Performance Pay based on business performance
Vacation eligibility
Paid holidays

Howmet Aerospace was voted one of the World's Best Employers by Forbes for 2022 and 2023! Apply today and join a great team of market leaders with a passion for helping our customers win!

JOB SUMMARY :

Plans and schedules various work centers for production that will require a single piece demand flow as well as batch processing of parts with long process times. Actively partners with various departments within Operations and Supply Chain to meet schedule adherence requirements. The position will also support metric reporting including conference calls, presentations, etc. In addition, this position will require daily interface and communication with shop floor production planning and personnel as well as outside vendors.

Job Responsibilities : This is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of major duties and responsibilities.

Responsible for scheduling the assigned production area as determined by the Master Scheduler.

Revise production schedules as needed, due to design changes, staffing and / or material shortages, or other interruptions.

Collaborates with internal Operations leaders, engineering, quality and outside vendors to ensure schedule adherence.

Review and report out daily production metrics and realign complex work cells to meet or exceed production goals.

Incorporates scheduled maintenance of equipment into the production schedule.

Communicates across all shifts to relay production schedule and any changes that are made.

Follows all company safety rules and requirements and is an example for other team members.

Streamline processes and collaborates with other teams to implement changes.

Maintains a safe and organized workstation and follows all company policies and procedures.

Is an example of 5S for other team members.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS :

High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution

Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience or related planning / project management or logistics experience

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

This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

3 years manufacturing experience or related planning / project management and / or logistics experience

Knowledge of forging, machining, outsourced testing or other manufacturing operations

Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Excel to analyze data and create reports

Experience leading and influencing others while in positions without direct authority is preferred

Howmet Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer that supports diversity and inclusion. Howmet provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by law.

About Us

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 $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, 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 2023 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com / esg-report. Follow : LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and 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.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com

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