IGT FPI Processor
About The Position
Howmet Aerospace is seeking an FPI Processor (Level I) for its Industrial Gas Turbine (IGT) group in Hampton, Virginia. The role helps ensure castings meet customer requirements and specifications by inspecting equipment and castings against technical drawings, marking documents, and initiating required repair forms. Work involves hands-on operations performed safely, accurately, and efficiently according to standardized processes and customer specifications. Training is scheduled for first shift, Monday through Thursday, 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shift hours after training are to be determined. The position pays $22.73 per hour at the starting rate and $25.26 per hour after six months. A $1.00-per-hour shift premium applies while assigned to an off shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least two years of continuous related manufacturing experience or training.
- Recent high school or college graduates without prior work experience must provide a letter of recommendation.
- Availability for all shifts, including second shift, third shift, and weekend shift.
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as operational needs require.
- Pass a near-vision exam using the Tumbling E Chart per ISO 18490.
- Internal candidates must be in good attendance standing.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire.
- Able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.
- Application must include a resume and two professional references.
Responsibilities
- Calibrate the FPI test panel daily and maintain the annual test panel calibration log.
- Perform FPI penetrant separation and precipitation visual checks, post-emulsifiable penetrant system removability tests, penetrant sensitivity tests, and monthly penetrant degradation checks.
- Perform FPI audits, self-audits for Level II, and FPI processor and inspection audits.
- Maintain department chemical record logs; check ultraviolet intensity and ambient light, test panels, and cleaning solvent.
- Check chart results and monitor and perform soap concentration checks and changes.
- Degrease clean castings and process and inspect castings for internal and external defects.
- Mark documents and initiate required forms for repair as needed.
- Print lot trace cards when necessary and move castings to their designated areas.
- Read, interpret, and follow work instructions for assigned tasks.
- Support training initiatives when needed.
- Maintain daily pace boards.
- Comply with attendance policies, including regular attendance and occasional overtime.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
