Howmet Aerospace · 4 hours ago
FS OP/MOLD HANDLER
PO Box 1616, 6200 Central Frwy, Wichita Falls, TX, 76307-1616, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$23.33/hr - $27.77/hrHowmet Aerospace Inc. is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Foundry Service Operator/Mold Handler will work under general supervision to assist in the casting process, including removing molds from the preheat furnace, performing wrap application, and conducting post-cast operations.
AerospaceManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Read all available instructions and assist caster to cast molds in accordance with established techniques and specific instructions on the Product Criteria, Mold Sheets, or Activity Instructions
Requires concentration for short periods of time when assisting in the acquisition of the proper alloy, checks preheat temperatures, handles the molds from the preheat furnace and again after casting, and accomplishes all specific post-cast operations (Mold hot topping, exothermic application and vermiculite encapsulation)
Particularly responsible for proper mold positioning, lower chamber cleaning, and the control of variables affecting solidification and mold cooling
Moves empty, hot furnace trays, changes and cleans floor gaskets, performs heavy housekeeping required in department, and assists in minor equipment maintenance
Notifies caster of any torn wraps, bumped or leaking molds
Periodically required to load ovens
Keep updated on new methods on improvements
Must follow all safety practices and procedures
Rotates through each job duty as required
Locates scheduled work, moves trucks to proper work station
Ensures molds are kept clean in each area
Seals molds at dewax or mold inspection with either ceramic disk or rubber cap
Monitors operation of equipment and temperature controls
Must follow work instructions, SOP's, and activity instructions that govern each job task
Inspects and repairs molds
Prepares solutions and maintains supplies
Cuts required kaowool and roll board
Wraps molds per process releases/product criteria
Must be able to operate the required piece of mobile equipment for this area
Machines and work area are to be kept clean and in orderly condition. Supervisor is to be notified immediately of equipment or machinery malfunctions
Completes necessary paperwork as required
Verifies mold counts and paperwork correctness on lot travelers, or serial numbers at each operation
Loads molds in preheat oven
Performs other duties as required
Complies with all EHS rules related to the work environment
Works overtime when needed
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
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
Basic Computer skills
Foundry Service Operator/Mold Handler experience
Benefits
Paid vacation each year, based on length of service
Paid holidays
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match of up to 6% of your pre-tax contributions
Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period
Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire
Employee Life Insurance
Employee Assistant Program
Company
Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace produces jet engine components, aerospace fasteners, and forged wheels for aerospace and defense applications.
Founded in 2020
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
Recent News
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