Cell Operator Pre-Fire - 3rd Shift

Howmet AerospaceMorristown, TN
Onsite

About The Position

The Cell Operator is responsible for performing various tasks on the shop floor, including data system entry, following product criteria and instructions, and adhering to safety precautions. This role involves operating and maintaining equipment such as presses, ovens, CNC machines, and hand tools to form and finish cores according to specific criteria. The operator is also responsible for quality control, including visual and dimensional inspection of green cores, and maintaining a clean work area. Additional duties include filling out OEE sheets, performing pre-shift inspections, and understanding the use of measurement tools and internal support systems.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED equivalency
  • Ability to read and comprehend written instructions
  • Mental and visual attention
  • 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
  • Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Ability to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.

Nice To Haves

  • Three (3) months’ on-the-job training to fulfill introductory period
  • Six (6) months’ experience to be eligible for certified operator status

Responsibilities

  • Correctly wand onto the shop floor data system for labor.
  • Read and follow appropriate product criteria, activity instructions, and elements.
  • Follow all safety precautions as spelled out in the Activity Instruction.
  • Use of appropriate equipment/tools (Press, Pill Heater, Belt Sander, Anneal Bake Oven, Ring Press, CNC Machines, Burr Gun, Ultra Max, Hand Tools).
  • Form and finish cores per Activity instruction and product criteria.
  • Load anneal bake setters per product criteria, if required.
  • Load and unload anneal bake oven, if required.
  • Understanding of loading and operation of CNC machines.
  • Responsible for visual and dimensional quality of green cores (gauge cores).
  • Visually inspect cores for unacceptable defects per the product criteria or activity instruction.
  • Correctly wand lot travelers and scrap after each tray and take cores to kiln truck.
  • Fill out OEE sheets.
  • Maintain clean work area and perform TPM per schedule.
  • Perform pre-shift die inspection and TPM checklist.
  • Observe safety policies and regulations.
  • Maintain high attendance record.
  • Basic understanding of the use of dial calipers, micrometers and pin gauges.
  • Understand use of the HCS ‘Help Chain”.
  • Maintain pacing via Aussie Pace System.
  • Perform Problem Solving with Leadership.
  • Perform other duties as directed by Leadership.
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