Production Operator

Production Operator

Howmet Structure Systems has an immediate opening for a Production Operator located at our Martinsville facility. This is a night shift position working Sunday evening - Wednesday evening 7:00 pm - 7:00 am.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Work will be performed primarily in the Forge Shop and Grinder buildings. Department consists of a five-person team operating large equipment to include a 5,000-ton forging press, conditioning grinder, large gas fired production furnaces, production saw, remote controlled overhead cranes and mobile manipulator material handling machines. Potential hazards include proximity of moving machinery, high temperatures and noise. PPE includes appropriate clothing (FR9), safety glasses, hard hat, and steel toed boots with metatarsal protection, hearing protection, and other safety equipment as required all provided by the company.

The successful candidate will:

• Perform setups, adjustments, and other modifications on the equipment
• Be responsible for the inspection and quality of the product
• Interact with other departments and company personnel
• Work with and assist Mechanical and Electrical maintenance techs as needed or required
• Have basic knowledge of the mechanical functions of machinery and perform some preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Must be able to work with little supervision to complete work on time
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Complete required daily paperwork and make computer entries
• Follow all safety rules including lockout procedures
• Have the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Position requires a strong learning aptitude as 95% of the knowledge required must be learned on job.
• The position requires an individual to stand, stoop, sit, climb steps and ladders, move equipment; bend, reach, lift at least 50 lbs. as needed while exercising good eye/hand coordination and depth perception.
• Basic computer skills for entering and retrieving data in a windows-based system.
• Strong reading for understanding and communication skills required.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedules, available for any shift including overtime and weekends as needed in a 24/7 operation. Must be able to rotate from day to night shift.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An associate degree
• Experience in hot working of metals
• Operation of hydraulic presses and/or machinery, dies; experience operating heavy equipment such as cranes & forklift
• Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office software.
• Two or more years in a manufacturing environment and industrial safety training.

Let Your Career Take Flight at Howmet Aerospace! We recognize and reward our employees' contributions with a competitive total rewards package. This position offers:

• Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision Benefits on Day 1 of employment
• Monthly Attendance Bonuses
• Night shift differential
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with generous company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Employee Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 3 weeks of 100%-paid leave for parental bonding for the birth or adoption of a child)

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.

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.