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Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Machining/Heading Tech III- 1st Shift for the Fullerton, CA site. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we’re the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate progressive heading machines (Okuma and National) based on part specifications.
- Load raw material (wire coils) and monitor machines during the production process.
- Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings & engineering information to determine methods, sequence of operations to fabricate product.
- Measure, examine & test completed units to detect defects.
- Fabricate replacement and new parts for facility machinery.
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery.
- Troubleshoot and repair facility machinery.
- Produce, rework and repair various machine tooling within the drawing and specification requirements.
- Maintain, clean and secure work area and tools.
- Secure equipment when not in use.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Adhere to Howmet EHS, Quality, Continuous Improvement and other Company Policies.
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- 2-years' experience operating machinery.
- 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.
Physical Demands:
- 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 Qualifications:
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Fastener/aerospace manufacturing experience
- High school diploma or GED
Compensation and Benefits:
The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The pay for this position ranges from $19.48 to $32.53.
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