FS OP/MOLD HANDLER at Howmet Aerospace in Wichita Falls, Texas

Job Description:

About Howmet Aerospace

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 $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, 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 2023 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report .

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Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and 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 Basic Qualifications:

• 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.

• Basic Computer skills.


• Foundry Service Operator/Mold Handler experience

Howmet Aerospace's Wichita Falls, TX facility has openings for Foundry Service Operator/Mold Handlers. Starting pay rate is $21.68 an hour with a robust benefit package from first date of hire.

Howmet is a world leader in the investment casting industry and is a leading supplier of superalloys, aluminum, and titanium components for aerospace, automotive, and commercial transportation applications. Our Wichita Falls location is on the front edge of the rapid growth in the aerospace and turbine industries. For more information, visit www.howmet.com . Follow @howmet: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube .

Must be able to work rotating shifts. This Opening will be on a 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. shift . Training may take place on days.

(Rotating shifts work 2 on 2 off, 3 on 2 off, 2 on 3 off)

Starting pay rate is $22.54. Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package that begins on date of hire.
JOB SUMMARY
Works under general supervision and the direction of a caster to remove molds from the preheat furnace, properly position in timely manner for casting, perform wrap application, dewax, repair and mold inspect, and perform all post-cast operations specified.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Using Computers (entering information, etc.)


• 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 maintain expected quality levels.


• Comply with all site required policies and procedures including but not limited to: EHS, Quality, Code of Conduct and the Wichita Falls Employee Handbook.

• Comply with all department, facility, corporate and regulatory EHS regulations


• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE). Requires Metatarsal Pull up Boots, Hearing protection, Hard Hats, Flame retardant clothing, Safety Glasses, gloves and Aluminized spats.


• Report all job-related illness and injuries (Per Employee Handbook).


• Report all safety, health and environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.


• Attend all EHS training.

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 disabilites to perform essential functions.

• Employee is required to execute the following:


• Considerable physical effort is required when loading alloy.


• Reach for items nearby, far and overhead.


• Fine manipulation, using a keyboard and mouse.


• Lifting and carrying to the waist-to-chest high level, floor to waist and chest to overhead.


• Gripping Pinching and Handling.


• Climb Stairs and Ladders.


• Crawl, squat, balance, and sustain bending.


• Finger Press and tolerate hand/arm vibration.


• Be able to carry with one hand.


• Pushing, pulling and twisting.


• Be able to carry items with two hands.


• Moderate lifting from 25 lbs to 50 lbs.


• Requires almost constant standing and sufficient strength to lift, handle and transport heavy, hot molds, and hot molds containing molten alloy


• Must pass Jaeger 2 vision test annually for depth perception when pouring alloy and setting mold position.

Work Environment: (Chemical and Physical Exposures)

• Extreme care must be taken because of exposure to extremely high temperatures for short periods of time.


• Exposure to dust and fumes from the casting process.


• Occasional exposure to uncontained molten metal sprays and solid metal chips from chamber cleaning.


• Exposure to Nickel and RCF.


• Requires wearing dust mask/respirator during certain procedures.