Join our growing team! Howmet Aerospace is now seeking to fill a Toolmaker position in its Winsted, CT facility.
Summary
This position will build, inspect, and maintain fixtures and gages to close tolerances (+1-.0002). Maintain product integrity and quality through gage inspections that require close tolerances of +/- .0002.
Essential Functions
Build and rework gages and fixtures.
Design changes on tooling fixtures.
Diagnose and correct fixture and gage problems.
Oversee acceptable tool design for tool room rework ability.
Perform machining and grinding of details.
Perform surveillance on gages and maintain certification.
Provide floor support.
Partner with engineering and the layout dept.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Maintain certified toolmaker status.
Actively participate, promote and comply with all EHS and Quality programs and policies.
Follow policies and procedures as outlined in Employee Handbook.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Education:
High School Diploma/GED required.
Two years technical college or trades school certification required.
Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge and ability to problem solve complex issues.
Familiarity with computer operations
Experience:
This position requires a minimum of 5 years tool making 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; push or pull with proper equipment. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Some areas have lifting equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Equipment Used:
Includes but is not limited to: Various inspection equipment such as height masters, indicators, micrometers, comparators. Various tool room equipment: surface grinders, Bridgeport, drill presses, etc.
Various tool room/inspection equipment.
EHS Requirements
Expected to assist in the implementation of EHS Values and policy statements and accompanying principals.
Comply with all department, facility, corporate and regulatory EHS regulations.
Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
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.
Quality Statement
The products we manufacture are used in important industries. Transporting goods and people; the defense of our country; critical energy infrastructure for hospitals and public safety. Livelihoods and lives depend upon the products we manufacture. What we do as an organization is important and the first, and best, “line of defense” against non-conforming products escaping to our customers is you.
Additional information: 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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Qualifications
Join our growing team! Howmet Aerospace is now seeking to fill a Toolmaker position in its Winsted, CT facility.
About Us
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. The Company’s sales for 2022 approximated $5.7 billion. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company’s differentiated technologies promote more fuel efficiency for aircraft and commercial transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com , including content shared during the Company’s May 2022 Technology Day.
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
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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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