What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Supervisor position at Howmet?
- Job Identification 117493
- Job Category Operations
- Posting Date 05/01/2026, 05:08 PM
- Locations 1600 Harvard Avenue, Cleveland, OH, 44105, US (On-site)
- Job Schedule Full time
- 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
Primary Purpose of Job
Howmet Aerospace Cleveland Operations - Structures Systems, a forging facility located at 1600 Harvard Ave., is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for any of the following shifts based on business need: 1st Shift (6:30AM - 2:30PM); 2nd Shift (2:30PM - 10:30PM); 3rd Shift (10:30PM - 6:30AM) to join its Maintenance Department. Under the direction of the Maintenance Area Lead, this position is responsible for training, coaching, and motivating hourly crafts personnel to provide reliable equipment consistent with customer quality and delivery requirements. Direct reports include the hourly personnel assigned to work within and during the incumbent's area and shift. The incumbent communicates continually with the Engineering and EHS Departments, as well as Control Technicians, the Maintenance Area Lead, and various other Maintenance and Production Leads. Externally, they communicate with vendors and contractors.
Accountability Objectives
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Coaching, supervising, and training skilled craftspeople, apprentices, and laborers in the repair and maintenance activities associated with their assigned shift and areas.
* Assuming single point accountability for maintenance activities on respective shift.
* Performing front line trouble shooting activities on equipment in area of responsibility.
* Directing safety awareness programs to manage work force safety, maintain housekeeping, and assist the Production team in area safety analysis.
* Coordinating PM and other outage activities on equipment in area of responsibility.
* Planning the daily activities for assigned maintenance crews, as well as provide the tools, materials, and technical direction for normal maintenance, preventative maintenance, and capital work in responsible areas.
* Performing root cause analysis and "5-why" techniques to eliminate maintenance downtime.
* Working with the Engineering Department on repetitive maintenance problems to continuously improve the reliability of the equipment and facilities in designated area.
* Coordinating and managing the development of maintenance work procedures and standard practices to maximize quality work and eliminate waste.
* Driving continuous improvement activities to eliminate all waste, especially in relation to maintenance downtime, safety, work practices, and employee involvement.
* Assisting other Maintenance Supervisors, as needed.
* Managing applicable labor issues effectively within respective work area.
* Performing administrative requirements to effectively manage work force.
* Performing other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
For this position to be successful, the incumbent should have:
* A High School Diploma or GED equivalent, from an accredited institution.
* Minimum 5 years of electrical or mechanical experience.
* Minimum 3 years of maintenance supervisory experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, or minimum 1 year of internal maintenance journeymen experience.
* Minimum 1 year of experience in a unionized work environment.
* This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Preferred Qualifications
For this position to be successful, preference is given to candidates with:
* A technical college degree, from an accredited institution, or journeyman status.
* Experience with Allen Bradley programable logic controllers.
* Working knowledge of motor control centers and distribution controls systems.
* Strong written and oral communication skills.
* Demonstrated ability to work in and lead a multi-dimensional team.
* Troubleshooting experience on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Working Conditions
This position involves moderate exposure to risk of accident and requires following basic safety precautions. Work is normally performed on the shop floor. While not exposed to hazardous materials, this position requires wearing full PPE to protect from mobile equipment, hot materials, and noise when on the shop floor.
This position requires moderate physical activity, such as walking, standing, sitting, reaching, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting up to, but not exceeding, 30-pounds.
This position also requires the willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule, which involves modifying a typical work week to cover for absent supervisors and work the occasional weekend.