Howmet Aerospace · 1 day ago
HOURLY PRODUCTION - Wax Cell Operator
Howmet Aerospace Inc. is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. They are seeking a Wax Cell Operator to work as part of a multi-functional team to build wax patterns while maintaining quality and cleanliness in the work area.
AerospaceManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Work as a multi-functional team member to build wax patterns using work instructions
Will be required to clean work area including sweeping and mopping the floor, dusting the workstation and surrounding areas
Must be able to read and interpret Product Criteria (PC) and Activity Instructions (AI)
Must be able to function as a member of a team and be able to work under general supervision
Must be able to work and function in a fast-paced environment
Basic knowledge of computers
Must be able to maintain expected quality levels
Assemble a wax pattern using various skills outlined below
Have adequate computer skills to enter the data into the data collection system, and also retrieve it
Refer to work instructions, identification, and machine stock areas to prevent under or over working patterns
Ability to hand stock patterns to engineering instructions and to effectively communicate information to team and engineering
Performs other work-related duties as assigned
Employees are expected to work overtime as needed
Determine Airfoil
Interpret gauge reading to the Product Criteria and load the computer
Assemble airfoils and shroud assembly using a hot iron. (60-80 watts)
Communicate scrap to injection
Apply cast raised numbers
Maintain assembly fixture
Hot stamping
Verify revision dates of Product Criteria and process routers
DIM patterns using dimensional gauges, calipers, etc
Apply wax to acceptable Product Criteria limits
Maintain proper radius on all wax joints
Interpret Acceptance Criteria from Product Criteria
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED equivalency is required
WORKKEYS Tests are REQUIRED to be considered for this position. Testing will be conducted at the La Porte WorkOne office. Required Testing: Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, Workplace Documents and Workplace Observation. Candidates MUST pass with a Level 4 or higher on Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents and with a Level 2 or higher on Workplace Observation to be considered
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
Able to demonstrate 2 years of full-time continuous work experience with the same employer OR 6 months of manufacturing experience
Company
Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace produces jet engine components, aerospace fasteners, and forged wheels for aerospace and defense applications.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1B2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2024-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2016-10-21IPO
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