Monoshell Process Owner - Business Unit

Posted: Thursday, 27 March 2025
Valid Thru: Saturday, 26 April 2025
Index Requested on: 03/27/2025 13:26:17
Indexed on: 03/27/2025 13:26:17

Location: Whitehall, MI, 49461, US

Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Howmet Aerospace is hiring!

Description:

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.comBasic Qualifications
  • BS in Engineering from an accredited institution
  • At least 5 years experience developing, improving, or productionizing chemical processes in an industrial setting
  • Demonstrates considerable ingenuity and creativity while recognizing prudent risk
  • Ability to work in a self-directed or team environment with good organizational skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time
  • 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
  • BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry is highly desired
  • MS or PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
  • 7 or more years related experience in chemical process management or chemical process engineering in a production environment
  • Knowledge of leaching, etching, or stripping of oxide ceramic materials and coatings
  • Knowledge of MS Office, JMatPro, Minitab, excellent written and oral communication skills, able to work in a self-directed or team environment and have good organization skills
  • Working knowledge of statistical analysis and SPC
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work in a self-directed or team environment
  • Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and Process Management a plus
The Engines Business Unit Monoshell Process Engineer (Monoshell Process Owner) may be located at any of the Howmet Engines Business Unit facilities. Using a disciplined process management approach, this position will team with Howmet Engines' manufacturing operations to assess, optimize and implement sustainable ceramic shell best practices that lead to high product yields and stable processes.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Drive standardized ceramic shell and mold processes for investment casting to ensure quality, efficiency, and tight process controls. Ensure methods, materials, and equipment are in compliance with Business Unit manuals and best practices. Support/lead internal audits of ceramic mold processes and gap closures within the global manufacturing facilities.
  • Author and maintain revisions of the Business Unit manuals containing raw material specifications, slurry recipes, process controls, and best practices related to ceramic shell and molds for investment casting.
  • Coordinate periodic measurement system analyses, Gage R& Rs, and composition testing of ceramic slurries and sand across the various Business Unit locations to ensure high quality and consistency.
  • Assess, optimize, and implement new technologies, materials, and supplies rooted in six sigma methodology for cost savings, process improvements, and quality improvements relative to ceramic mold technology.
  • Partner with procurement, supplier quality, and the Research Center to reduce supply risk and ensure incoming materials used in producing ceramic molds are of consistent quality and comply with agreed specifications.
  • Drive improvements and best practices in ceramic shell processes across investment casting facilities to ensure consistency, stability, and high quality to improve casting yields.
  • Perform root cause investigations on deviations from specifications or correlations between ceramic molds or materials and resulting part quality. Provide technical support to Plant Engineering grounded in six sigma methodology to resolve shell-related issues.
  • Act as a conduit between Manufacturing Facilities and the Research Center to ensure that technology needs are communicated, and new technology is rapidly tested and implemented.

Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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