Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Howmet Aerospace•Houston, TX

About The Position

Howmet – Houston Extrusions is seeking a skilled, safety-driven Machine Operator to operate a 5K Extrusion Press. The operator loads billets onto feed conveyors, heats them in an induction system, and extrudes them through a predetermined tooling stack. Finished extrusions are inspected for conformity, split as needed, and stamped with the corresponding production order and extrusion number. The role also involves assembling and installing tooling stacks and dies, operating cranes and mobile equipment, communicating with internal and external customers, and complying with applicable EHS rules. This position is primarily in a warehouse environment, where temperatures vary with the outside environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of 3–5 years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
Must meet ITAR U.S. person status requirements: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
May be required to sit, stand, and lift up to 100 pounds.
Must be able to obtain an in-house mobile equipment certification, including forklift and boom lift use.

Nice To Haves

Four or more years of experience in metals manufacturing.
Excellent written, verbal, and non-verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
Ability to work well in a team environment and commit to continuous improvement.
Basic metal fabrication skills, including use of power tools, a cutting torch, stick welder, saws, and knee mill.

Responsibilities

Load billets to the extrusion press.
Assemble tooling stacks and dies as assigned for each production order material master and install them onto the extrusion press die slide.
Heat billets in the induction system.
Extrude billets through the extrusion press, cut off the back end, and reclaim the die.
Inspect extrusions for conformity.
Split extrusions as needed.
Stamp the production order and extrusion number onto the extrusion.
Operate overhead bridge cranes and jib cranes.
Operate a forklift and side loader.
Work with external and internal customers.
Read and respond to verbal and non-verbal communication while maintaining professionalism.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Comply with all EHS rules required for the work environment.