Senior Manager, OEE and Equipment Reliability

Job Info Job Identification 114496 Job Category Engineering Posting Date 09/19/2025, 06:32 PM Locations One Howmet Drive, Hampton, VA, 23661, US Job Schedule Full time Remote Work Schedule Availability? None LinkedIn Recruiter Tag #LI-NR1 Export-Controlled Data 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 , Responsibilities We are seeking a results-driven Maintenance Manager of OA/OA/OEE and Equipment Reliability for our Airfoils Segment! This person will lead strategies that maximize equipment performance, minimize downtime, manage spare parts using the A, B, C, D Toyota methodologies and improve overall production efficiency. This role will oversee OA/OEE tracking, preventive and predictive maintenance, and reliability engineering programs while partnering with operations and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement. Position can be located at any Engines plant in the US, with the preferred location being Whitehall, MI. Primary Responsibilities Lead the OA/OEE and reliability efforts across the segment, setting goals and driving maintenance performance in terms of OA/OEE, PM Effectiveness, MTTF, and MTTR. Assist plants with an OA/OEE tracking system and identify/lead opportunities to improve throughput across the segment. Facilitate proper use of MP3/CMMS, maintenance metrics, maintenance personal training and 5s. Must know how to teach and run a TPM workshop tied to Hoshin/Kanri. Assist plants with implementing and teaching how and when preventive and predictive maintenance strategies can reduce downtime. Drive root cause analysis, 5-Why, Fishbone, FMEA, and reliability-centered maintenance efforts to all groups. Introduce new technologies (e.g., IIoT, condition monitoring) to enhance reliability. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. , Qualifications Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution 7+ years of experience in maintenance, reliability, or operations; 3+ in leadership. Must have ability to travel at least 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 Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related discipline is preferred Knowledge of OA/OEE systems, CMMS, and reliability methodologies (RCM, FMEA, TPM). CMRP, CRE, or related certification preferred. Experience with predictive maintenance technologies that involved a transformation of a Facility Organization that delivered Key Results. Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills. , 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 $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, 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 2024 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 employer. We 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 , About the Team The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.