Machining Tech IV, Davenport

Responsibilities

• Set-up primary machines, such as davenports, to perform various operations, by self or others, in manufacturing departments to which assigned.
• Able to trouble shoot all machining and tooling issues in the department as necessary.
• Sets up completely and operates or sets up for operation of all standard and specialized machines in departments to which assigned.
• Sets up, according to work order and set up standard procedures, machines which have been adapted to, or designed for, specialized company products and/or processes.
• Checks parts with standard gages or precision measuring instruments and submits parts for “first article” inspection as required.
• Operates machines to ensure proper functioning and releases to and instructs operator in procedures for producing parts in conformance with specifications.
• Runs, monitors and troubleshoots equipment in production, adjusting set-up as necessary.
• Recognizes improper machine functioning and/or tooling problems and takes corrective action.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance procedures on equipment.
• Assists maintenance in troubleshooting equipment by applying knowledge of individual machine characteristics.
• Perform Statistical Process Control (SPC) and System 21 & 22 per part print as required.
• Learns the set up and operation of any new machines added to the departments to which assigned.
• Performs other related tasks in departments to which assigned such as: assembling, drilling, deburring, sorting, counting, etching, stamping, recording of parts processed and housekeeping.
• Reads blueprints and has knowledge to use micrometers, calipers, comparators, thread gauges, depth micrometers and dial indicators as needed.
• Assist factory supervision and leaders in the training of machine operators.
• Parts to be lifted and/or transported may weigh up to 30 lbs.
• Keeps work area clean, safe and in an orderly fashion on a daily basis.
• Performs other tasks of equal or lesser skill as required.

Experience and Background

• Read and interpret part drawings, work instructions, policies and procedures.
• Know basic troubleshooting skills.
• Adjusts machine parts and tooling.
• Perform 1st piece verification process per part print.
• Perform LOTO.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance sheet.
• Perform SPC and System 21 & 22 per part print.
• Ability to calculate feeds and speeds.
• Able to set up machine per layout.
• Able to operate multiple machines.
• Maintains good quality work products.
• Meet or exceed productivity and quality goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4+ Years of manufacturing experience or relevant machinery.
• Able to use the necessary measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, comparator, gages, etc.) as required.
• 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.

Benefits and Salary

• The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, 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 $26-35/hr.
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
• Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies).
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans.
• Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).