Howmet Aerospace · 1 day ago
Production Generalist
Hampton, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.07/hr - $22.24/hr
2+ years expHowmet Aerospace is a world leader in investment casting of super-alloys, aluminum, and titanium for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbine markets. The Production Generalist position will support various manufacturing operations, performing hands-on tasks in accordance with standardized processes and customer specifications.
AerospaceManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Read and follow printed and computer-based work instructions
Lift with a mechanical lifting device
Record data either manually or by computer as required
Build ceramic molds around completed wax assemblies and remove wax once complete
Inspect, disposition, clean, repair, plug and wrap molds in preparation for Casting
Transport and set-up molds for preheat and casting furnaces
Remove scale and core material per customer specifications
Inspect wax patterns or metal castings for dimensional conformance to specifications which may require the use of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), Ultrasonic gauges (UT), 3D inspection using white or blue light scanning technology, and hand-held measuring devices to include feeler gauges or pincher gauges in accordance with blueprint specifications
Remove excess metal or other material per customer specifications
Blend welds or prepare castings for welding by means of grinding and blending. Operate and maintain blast cabinets, Burr guns, belt sanders, visual tools, and dimensional gauges
Cut and weigh alloy ingots for casting
Visually inspect castings
Move parts, equipment, and materials throughout the shop
Perform shop floor cleaning activities up to and including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, painting, waxing, etc
Ability to work in team environments, solo work and working with all level’s management, engineering, and other departments
Willing to participate in continuous improvements initiatives within our process to enhance the work task
Interact with a variety of team members to ensure product specifications and defect removal
This description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
An application must include a resume and at least two professional references for review and consideration
This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
This position requires a minimum of 2 years of continuous work experience. Recent high school or college graduates without prior work experience must provide a letter of recommendation
Availability for all shifts (including 2nd shift, 3rd shift, and weekend shift) is necessary. The ability to work overtime and weekends is required as schedules may vary based on operational needs; flexibility is essential
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
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Experience with Burr guns, belt sanders, visual tools, and dimensional gauges, Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), Ultrasonic gauges (UT), 3D inspection using white or blue light scanning technology, and hand-held measuring devices to include feeler gauges or pincher gauges
Company
Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace produces jet engine components, aerospace fasteners, and forged wheels for aerospace and defense applications.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1B2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2024-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2016-10-21IPO
Leadership Team
Lola Lin
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
Jarrod Veal
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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