Cell Operator Pre-Fire - 3rd Shift

Howmet Aerospace•Morristown, TN

About The Position

The Cell Operator Pre-Fire forms and finishes cores according to activity instructions and product criteria, and is responsible for the visual and dimensional quality of green cores. The operator uses production equipment and tools, may load anneal bake setters and ovens when required, and understands how to load and operate CNC machines. The position also involves recording labor and production information, inspecting products for defects, maintaining equipment and a clean work area, and following safety and quality requirements. This is a third-shift position working Monday through Friday from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified at hire, visa sponsorship is unavailable, and offers are conditioned on the applicant being able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalency.
  • Three months of on-the-job training to fulfill the introductory period.
  • Six months of experience to be eligible for certified operator status.
  • Ability to read and comprehend written instructions.
  • Mental and visual attention.
  • Ability to perform to productivity and quality standards.
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally and 10 pounds consistently.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States and able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items; employment eligibility will be verified at hire.

Responsibilities

  • Correctly record labor in the shop floor data system.
  • Read and follow product criteria, activity instructions, and elements.
  • Follow the safety precautions specified in activity instructions and observe safety policies and regulations.
  • Use appropriate equipment and tools, including presses, a pill heater, belt sander, anneal bake oven, ring press, CNC machines, burr gun, Ultra Max, and hand tools.
  • Form and finish cores according to activity instructions and product criteria.
  • Load anneal bake setters and load or unload the anneal bake oven when required.
  • Understand the loading and operation of CNC machines.
  • Maintain visual and dimensional quality of green cores (gauge cores).
  • Visually inspect cores for unacceptable defects according to product criteria or activity instructions.
  • Correctly record lot travelers and scrap after each tray, and take cores to the kiln truck.
  • Complete OEE sheets.
  • Maintain a clean work area and perform TPM according to schedule.
  • Perform pre-shift die inspections and complete the TPM checklist.
  • Maintain a high attendance record.
  • Understand and use the HCS Help Chain.
  • Maintain pacing using the Aussie Pace System.
  • Perform problem solving with leadership.
  • Perform other duties as directed by leadership.
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