Wax Finishing Lead, 1st Shift

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Howmet Aerospace has an immediate opening for a Wax Finishing Team Lead in our Patterns Business Center at the Engines Products – Cleveland Operations Tempcraft facility located at 3960 S. Marginal Rd., Cleveland.

This position is responsible for ensuring the flow of work through a production area and making sure that quality parts are being produced in the quantities specified in the schedule. The Wax Finishing Team Lead works hand‑on on the manufacturing floor, trains operators on proper and safe procedures for using equipment, inspects parts, and ensures adherence to defined processes. The role also identifies and documents problems and resolves quick production issues to restore flow.

This is a 1st Shift position (Monday—Friday, 5:00 am – 2:00 pm).

• Oversee shift activities to ensure standard processes are followed and quality parts are produced on schedule.
• Manage resources to achieve the schedule.
• Maintain shop‑floor presence, providing in‑the‑moment training and feedback related to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Be available for overtime and weekend support.
• Serve as backup shift trainer.
• Ensure efficient shift start‑up and shutdown.
• Enforce safe work practices and compliance with all EHS policies and requirements.
• Maintain thorough familiarity with department activity instructions.
• Complete any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

• Proficient in English.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and at least 5 years of inspection experience.
• Ability to pass an annual eye exam per Jaeger.

• Wax finishing experience.
• Bi‑lingual (English and Spanish).
• Previous experience as a trainer, lead person or supervisor.
• Experience with Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, etc.).

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 B in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and light weighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world.

For more information on how Howmet Aerospace is advancing sustainability, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at

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.

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Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing