Production Worker (Metal Utility Operator 3rd shift)

Metal Utility Operator

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking for a Metal Utility Operator to join our Howmet Casting located in Dover, New Jersey.

The work hours for this Midnight Shift position are Sunday night to Thursday night 10:30 PM to 6:30 AM. Training on 1st shift Monday-Friday 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM. New hire starting hourly rate: $25.00. After 12 months: $27.71. Position will receive an hourly "shift premium" while assigned to an off-shift. We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, matching 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Performance Pay Bonus, Paid Time Off, Wellness Programs, EAP Program (free local gym membership) as well as other discounted benefits.

Position Overview

Work cell Operators dimensionally inspect and repair castings and visually inspect casting to customer specifications.

Environmental Health & Safety Responsibilities

• 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.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs 100% visual inspection as required per job instructions and pass a written visual test.
• Performs belting, stoning, buffing operations to remove visual and FPI imperfections beyond customer specifications.
• Perform a spot FPI test to ensure that defects are removed.
• Responsible for visual integrity & gaging & repair of pitch, chord width, & trailing edge thickness.
• Dimensionally inspects and repairs castings by any of the following methods: Hammering, arboring, twisting, stoning, belting, buffing and drilling.
• Must effectively work and communicate with other team members to provide products and services of the highest quality and reliability in total conformance with customer expectations.
• Maintains records as required.
• Maintains work area in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.
• Follows all applicable safety rules, works in a safe manner at all times.
• Responsible for verifying calibration stickers.
• Performs other duties as might be assigned by supervision.
• Operate Electronic gage as required.
• Must be able to read & understand finishing visual instructions.
• Responsible for verifying routers are correct before working the job.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good visual accuracy and strong hand eye coordination.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent sitting and/or standing, weather dependent temperatures, manufacturing environment.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
• Use of gages, hand guns, belt machines and other measurement and finishing tools.

Mental Requirements:

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.

About Us

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 $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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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