Howmet Aerospace · 17 hours ago
Tooling Specialist III
800 S State College, Fullerton, CA, 92831, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$21.17/hr - $35.99/hr
3+ years expHowmet Aerospace Inc. is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. They are seeking a Tooling Specialist III who will be responsible for preparing, setting up, and installing large multi-station progressive dies into punch presses, ensuring production and quality standards are met.
AerospaceManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Prepares, sets up and installs large multi-station progressive dies into all types and sizes of punch presses to form, blank or piece metal parts
Independently makes complete set up of multi-station progressive dies and sets up all types of punch presses
Sets up compound and progressive dies for all types of punch presses when required
Works from prints, charts, sketches or oral instruction to rework or convert existing dies or stations to produce new parts
Tests to assure proper die clearance and uses templates to positions several dies at once
Sets and checks clearances between punches and dies and sets punch and anvil lengths to chart
Read prints and uses precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers and depth micrometers to check parts for conformance to specifications
After set-up, checks parts against drawings to verify compliance for first article
Performs S.P.C. charting as required
Polishes dies, anvils, punches and other details to produce a high-quality part
Troubleshoots strip from progressive die and performs all repairs to eliminate progressive die problems
Follows all safety procedures including but not limited Lock/Tag/Verify
Will train Die Setters and Operators as necessary or required
Parts to be lifted and/or transported may weigh up to 30 lbs
Keeps work area clean (and equipment), safe and in an orderly fashion on a daily basis
Performs other tasks of equal or lesser skill as required
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3 years related experience in a repair and maintenance of progressive dies, or equivalent previous experience with a fastener manufacturing company
Must have knowledge of tool room equipment including mills, lathes and grinders
Ability to trouble-shoot and solve problems of the most advanced level
Must possess a working knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals and their alloys
Ability to read and understand manufacturers drawings, catalogs, and other written or verbal instructions
Ability to read and interpret product prints
Ability to use inspection gages and instruments
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
Must be able to lift/move 30 lbs. (may not exceed per EHS policies)
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Preferred
5 - 7 years' experience in machinery operations and progressive dies
High school diploma or GED
Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Excellent 401k matching program
Paid holidays and vacation
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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