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HOURLY PRODUCTION - Metal Cell OperatorHowmet • La Porte, IN, United States
HOURLY PRODUCTION - Metal Cell Operator

HOURLY PRODUCTION - Metal Cell Operator

Howmet • La Porte, IN, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Info

Job Identification

115157

Job Category

Operations

Posting Date

11 / 26 / 2025, 06 : 56 PM

Locations

1110 East Lincoln Way, Laporte, IN, 46350-3954, US

Apply Before

12 / 05 / 2025, 12 : 00 AM

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote Work Schedule Availability?

None

Export-Controlled Data

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

Responsibilities

Job Summary :

Work as a team member to take a rough casting and condition it to the specifications that meet the customer's requirements by performing metal cleaning, finishing, and dimensional and FPI inspection.

Essential Functions :

  • Must be able to read and interpret Product Criteria (PC) and Activity Instructions (AI).
  • Set up of initial booths(s) for standardization and set up remaining booths to the model booth.
  • Write / edit A.I.'s as required / needed for the department.
  • Perform 5S for the department and own the auditing of 5S.
  • Operate hand grinding tools (both belt and stone).
  • Operate metal cleaning equipment, water flow and sonic equipment.
  • Adjust parts by use of presses, heat or other dimensional tooling.
  • Operate hand sandblast and auto blast units.
  • Prolonged gripping standing or sitting and pushing, pulling and lifting.
  • Moderate length of concentration.
  • 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.

Job Responsibilities :

Job responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :

To become cross trained in order to perform ALL or MOST OF the duties listed below. When necessary, individual may be required to move castings to designated area or perform other work-related duties as assigned :

Metal Cleaner :

  • Sandblast part by the A.I. / P.C.
  • Fill and clean the blasting unit.
  • Inspect castings for possible scrap.
  • Maintain the correct pressure and speed of the blast cabinets by the AI's and PC's.
  • Operate glass bead / table clean unit.
  • Metal Finisher :

  • Finish castings to PC using stones, burrs, belts, templates, and gauges.
  • Sandblast to surface finish.
  • Conduct visual operation and primary inspection of casting.
  • Input data in computer for collection.
  • Use boroscope for inspection and fiber light.
  • Perform decap / deburr operation.
  • Perform sonic operation.
  • Map weld areas.
  • Operate Comco machine.
  • Operate water flow.
  • Dimensional

  • Use of calipers, micrometer, height gauges, shim stock, scissors, pin, go no / go, step gages, sonic equipment.
  • Input data for record keeping.
  • Adjusting castings for PC compliance.
  • Working with engineering on deviant castings and reworking to engineers' instructions.
  • Datum "C" drilling-Stators Cell Only.
  • Fixture Gauging / Adjusting.
  • Reroute nonconforming castings.
  • Employees are expected to work overtime as needed.
  • Qualifications

    Basic Qualifications :

  • 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.
  • Skills and Abilities :

  • Read parts to the .0001.
  • Understand gauging and templates.
  • Have finishing skills, (stones, burrs, belts, etc.).
  • Work independent as well as with a team.
  • Able to read and follow written and verbal instruction.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience with the GE210 and PW451.
  • Able to demonstrate 2 years of full-time continuous work experience with the same employer OR 6 months of manufacturing experience.
  • Physical Demands :

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Employee is required to execute the following :

  • Occasional bending, reaching, pushing and pulling when retrieving and moving various items.
  • Lifting approximately 30% of the time. Typically, assistance would be provided for weights exceeding 35 pounds.
  • Good manual dexterity Position may require more than eight hours daily and more than five days weekly to complete work assignments.
  • Sitting in chairs (swivel, padded, and adjustable) for 70% of the workday.
  • Squatting / crouching when retrieving stored items from lower shelves and file cabinets, making equipment / product inspections, etc.
  • Standing intermittently.
  • Visual requirements for this position are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Clean work areas and maintain a clean work environment; perform 5S cleaning activities as required.
  • Equipment Used :

  • Hand grinding tools.
  • Auto gages.
  • Metal cleaning equipment.
  • Sonic Equipment.
  • Template Haze blast.
  • Computers.
  • Glass bead.
  • Boroscope.
  • Belt gun.
  • Comco.
  • Hoists.
  • About Us

    Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE : HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com / esg-report . Follow : LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

    Equal Opportunity Employer :

    Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

    If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com

    About the Team

    The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.

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