LAYOUT INSPECTOR - Whitehall Casting

Howmet Aerospace • Whitehall, MI

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About The Position

The Layout Inspector works in the Whitehall Casting Operation, providing accurate dimensional inspections of structural castings to support engineering and manufacturing operations. The role reports inspection results in accordance with customer and internal requirements and supports production through the operation and programming of dimensional inspection equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years of consistent post-high-school work experience, or six months of manufacturing experience.
• Experience interpreting blueprints and inspection requirements through knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience operating basic metrology equipment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility will be verified at hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective communication skills.
• Team-oriented attitude.
• Advanced math skills in geometry and trigonometry.
• Programming and/or CAD modeling experience.
• Experience with CMM inspection using PC-DMIS software.
• Experience with light scanning using GOM/ATOS software.
• Experience with hard and handheld gauges, measurement, and calibration.

Responsibilities

• Operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) and Blue Light Scan Machines to support production.
• Develop and modify inspection programs for equipment.
• Generate and verify the dimensional portion of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
• Complete custom inspections (Layout requests) as needed for engineering.
• Calibrate and service handheld measurement equipment at a basic level.
• Assist in maintaining the tooling and calibration database.
• Assist the shop floor with machine and handheld measuring equipment as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED