Maintenance Supervisor - Custom Weekend Crew

We’re a company of innovators and makers. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the aerospace and transportation industries. Join our team and help us engineer the next generation of sustainable travel.

Our state-of-the-art investment casting facility in La Porte, Indiana is seeking Area Leaders to join our team. Nestled halfway between South Bend and Chicago, along the shores of Lake Michigan - our facility in La Porte, Indiana supplies jet engine components to some of the most trusted names in the Aerospace industry.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the direction and coordination of repair, maintenance, and installation activities within the assigned operations. This position supervises the NES Maintenance workforce.

Essential Functions

Follow Howmet’s Safety Regulation and Work Rules Handbook along with all department specific safety requirements.

• Hires and trains maintenance department staff.
• Organizes and oversees the schedules and work of maintenance staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

Job Responsibilities

Job responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the maintenance department.
• Evaluates systems or facilities to determine maintenance or repairs that need to be performed.
• Assesses building systems to plan work assignments and project schedules.
• Develops maintenance procedures and schedules.
• Ensures maintenance and repair work is completed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Assists with departmental budget estimates and costs of specific repair projects.
• Manage the exchange of information between the Maintenance shifts.
• Manage maintenance and facility related projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• This position requires a High School diploma or equivalent.
• This position requires a minimum of three years of related work 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

• Extensive knowledge of building systems such as plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
• Ability to read and understand equipment schematics and mechanical prints.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify issues and determine repairs that are needed.
• Ability to plan preventative maintenance schedules for production equipment and building systems.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD is a plus but not required.
• Experience with CMMS software is a plus but not required.
• Proficient in project management methodology to successfully complete projects.