Progressive Heading Operator 2nd Shift

Progressive Header Operator 2nd Shift

Howmet Aerospace has an opening for a Progressive Header Operator 2nd Shift in our Tucson, AZ location.

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.

Born from many well-known and long-standing brands, Howmet Fastening Systems, headquartered in Torrance, California, is the premier designer and manufacturer of aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose to tail on commercial and military aircraft, as well as on jet engines, industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.

2nd Shift hours: Monday - Friday 2:30PM - 11:00PM

Performance Objectives:

• Set up and operate progressive cold heading machines (Nakashimada, SACMA) based on part specifications.
• Load raw material (wire coils) and monitor machines during the production process.
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings & engineering information to determine methods, sequence of operations in order to fabricate product.
• Measure, examine & test completed units to detect defects.
• Fabricate replacement and new parts for facility machinery.
• Fabricate, erect, install, and maintain facility machinery.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair facility machinery.
• Produce, rework and repair various machine tooling within the drawing and specification requirements.
• Maintain, clean and secure work area and tools.
• Secure equipment when not in use.
• Adhere to Howmet EH&S, Quality, Continuous Improvements and other Company Policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of tooling setups.
• 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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
• This position will physically require the incumbent to perform duties standing, walking, overhead reaching, lifting (35 40lbs), pushing and pulling totes, and leaning over machines, all equally on a regular basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ Years experience operating progressive cold heading machines.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with basic instrument tools (micrometer, caliper, optical comparator).
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and quality systems.