Forge Inspector

Howmet Aerospace•City of Rochester, NY
•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Engine Systems has an immediate opening for a Forge Inspector at its manufacturing facility in Rochester, New York. The role involves inspecting forged seamless metal rings for aerospace applications. The position offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus and pays $23–$24 per hour. The Forge Inspector sets up measuring and test equipment, inspects products to close tolerances, performs audits and first-article inspections, prepares inspection and non-conforming-material records, and completes final production inspections. The employee is expected to maintain a clean and orderly inspection area. The role may require wearing a respirator for certain tasks and flexibility to work shifts of up to 12 hours.

Requirements

  • Accurately read standard measuring tools, including rulers and Vernier calipers.
  • Be able to become certified as a Howmet EHS and OSHA-qualified forklift operator; previous forklift operation experience is required.
  • Have previous experience in a manufacturing facility.
  • Be flexible to work shifts of up to 12 hours.
  • May be required to wear a respirator for certain tasks.
  • Be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

  • Set up measuring and test equipment as needed to determine dimensional measurements required by customer or in-house product drawings or blueprints.
  • Set up and inspect products requiring very close tolerances.
  • Perform over-inspections on outside machining.
  • Audit parts for conformance to procedures and inspection results.
  • Perform first-article inspections and prepare inspection records as required.
  • Prepare non-conforming material reports.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly inspection area.
  • Perform final production inspection.

Benefits

  • $2,000 sign-on bonus
  • Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits beginning on the first day of employment
  • 5% annual target performance pay
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 6% company match and an additional 3% employer contribution, for a maximum total of 9% annually
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • 11 paid holidays per year
  • Employee life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid parental leave of up to three weeks at 100% pay for parental bonding following the birth or adoption of a child
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) options
  • Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) plans with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
  • Paid vacation time, subject to applicable policies
  • Adoption assistance programs
  • Disability coverage plans
  • Optional auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance coverage
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
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