Production Worker (Advanced Manufacturing Workcell – 2nd Shift)

Howmet Engines is a world-class producer of aero engine and industrial gas turbine components, including airfoils, rings, disks and forgings. We excel in vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts that enable the next generation of quieter, more fuel-efficient aero engines and cleaner power generation. Howmet Dover Casting is a world-class supplier of complex, investment-cast turbine airfoils and other components for the aircraft engine and industrial gas turbine industries. Howmet Dover Alloy is a world-class supplier of vacuum and air-melted nickel- and cobalt-based superalloys to aerospace, gas turbine, medical and other high-technology industrial markets.

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking Advanced Manufacturing Workcell to join our Dover Casting group in Dover, New Jersey. The work hours for this Afternoon Shift position will be Monday – Friday 3:00pm – 11:00pm. Training will be on 1st Shift Monday – Friday 7:00A – 3:00P.

New Hire Starting Hourly Rate: $24.79; After 12 Months: $27.35

Position will receive an hourly “shift premium” while assigned to an off-shift.

Along with your pay, our company provides you with a comprehensive package of benefits that is competitive with other leading companies. Some of our benefits include: Paid vacation each year, based on length of service; 13 paid holidays per year; 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, company may match a percentage of your pre-tax contributions; Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period; Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire; Employee Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Assistance Program; Free fitness center membership.

JOB SUMMARY

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Expected to assist in the implementation of Alcoa/Howmet’s EHS value and policy statement and its accompanying principles.
• Comply with all department, facility, Corporate and Regulatory EH&S regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment.
• Report all job-related illness and injuries. (Per employee handbook).
• Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
• Attend all EH&S training.

Position Overview / Essential Job Functions

• Must run Water Jets; 4/5 Axis CNC’s ; Rise and fall grinders, Super polish
• Properly load/ setup tooling (fixtures) and load castings into 6-point nests and verify fitment
• Setting up and operating vibratory equipment
• Utilize a profilometer to inspect surface finish per job instruction.
• Sieve media per activity instruction in order to maintain optimal quality.
• Perform 100% inspection as required per job instruction.
• Properly set tools (end mills)
• Identify fixture wear, tooling wear
• Follow product criteria to ensure quality castings
• Properly react to non-conforming castings by adjusting feed rates, speeds, offsets

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* 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.
* 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.
* High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution
* No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Candidates residing within a 50 miles radius of Dover NJ will only be considered.

Preferred Knowledge

• Ability to read product blueprints
• Has experience working with CNC’s
• Has experience milling high performance super alloys
• Experience – 1-3 years in an engineering or manufacturing environment including hands-on relevant experience evaluating automated equipment and processes and solving automated equipment issues.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Has worked in a production environment
• Familiar with TPM
• Good oral and written communications skills.
• PC literate in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Experience using industrial controllers.
• Good methodical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment and related issues.
• Must be organized with the discipline to solve problems with permanent solutions.

EHS Requirements

• Expected to assist in the implementation of EHS Values and policy statements and accompanying principals.
• Comply with all department, facility, corporate and regulatory EHS regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report all job-related illness and injuries (Per Employee Handbook).
• Report all safety, health and environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
• Attend all EHS training.

Physical Demands/ Equipment Used

• Computer and Related Hardware
• Manufacturing Environment

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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.

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.