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2nd Shift Machining Tech VI, Set-up Operator

Howmet Aerospace
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Apr 2026
💰 $72,000/yr($54,000/yr$72,000/yr)

About the role

General Summary:

With minimum supervision and assistance from lead, sets up and operates several secondary machining operations such as; traub, crimp, dimple, swage, multi-press tap, and fillet roll etc, to produce precision metal products.

 

Specific Responsibilities:

  • With minimum assistance from lead, the operator will perform all standard set-up within standard time on router; operating, trouble shooting and machine service work as required 

  • Adjusts machine parts, tooling , including sharpening tools on surface or pedestal grinders 

  • Responsible for producing and maintaining high level quality parts per print specification 

  • Work with various types of materials such as Titanium, Inconel, 4130, 17-4, A-286, Aluminum and other stainless steel

  • Perform first piece verification process per part print as required

  • Perform Lock/Out Tag/Out (LOTO) 

  • Run multiple machines as required while maintaining high quality parts, efficiency and productivity per standard time on router

  • Must be familiar with program editing as required 

  • Perform Preventative Maintenance sheet daily

  • Takes initiative to perform daily 5s in assigned area and machinery 

  • Active involvement in Autonomous Maintenance and process improvements initiatives

  • Performs other duties as assigned to meet facility goals 

  • Follow all EHS Policies, Procedures and reports all incidents immediately 

Experience and Background:

  • 10+ suggested years of total experience
  • Be willing and able to cross train other operators                                                         

  • Be familiar with the Daily Management board and cover topics as required                                               

  • Be familiar with Human Performance tasks                                                                                 

  • Have excellent troubleshooting skills                                                                           

  • Create own layout from part print and determine RPM and cycle times                                                   

  • Must participate in assisting and training operators 

  • Run multiple machines

  • Support dept. goals

  • Monitor production/quality in the dept.         

Basic Qualifications:

  • 10+ suggested years of total experience
  • Employee 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.

Benefits/Salary:

 

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package available day one of hire, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location.  The salary range for this position is $27-$36.

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