Production Technician III - Small (2nd or 3rd Shift)

About the role

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. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Responsibilities

• Production of parts meeting drawing and specification requirements.
• Set-up and operation of equipment, as assigned.
• Perform statistical process measurements / calculations.
• Complete forms / computer entries as required.
• Order and maintain inventory levels of required tooling, gages and supplies.
• Participate in assuring team tooling and material readiness. (Assemble tooling set-up kits, stage raw materials and perform external setup tasks, as required)
• Participate in setting and achieving team and individual productivity and quality targets.
• Participate with team in continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform machine inspections including daily, weekly and monthly preventative maintenance tasks.
• Perform shop floor housekeeping duties.
• Prepare daily production reports and forms.
• Train other operators as required.
• Demonstrates a knowledge of and commitment to lean manufacturing principles and techniques.
• Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.
• Maintains full compliance and conducts all activities in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience performing mechanical work.
• 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.
• Associate's degree in Technical field preferred.
• Experience in assigned equipment set-up and operation.
• Ability to set-up and operate multiple equipment types such as heading, rolling, band annealing.
• Ability to train operators in equipment set-up and operation.
• Ability to read and interpret product blueprints and to use inspection gages and instruments.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Benefits

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.