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Howmet Aerospace · 3 weeks ago

Progressive Heading Operator 2nd Shift

Howmet Aerospace is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. They are seeking a Progressive Header Operator to set up and operate progressive cold heading machines, monitor production processes, and perform maintenance on facility machinery.

AerospaceManufacturingTransportation
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Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Progressive cold heading machinesMechanical aptitudeTechnical drawings interpretationBasic instrument toolsLean manufacturingQuality systems

Required

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

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

Company

Howmet Aerospace

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Howmet Aerospace produces jet engine components, aerospace fasteners, and forged wheels for aerospace and defense applications.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1B
2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2024-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2016-10-21IPO

Leadership Team

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Lola Lin
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
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Jarrod Veal
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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