MACHINE TRAINEE

About the position

Howmet Aerospace is now looking to fill Machine Operator Trainee positions in our Winsted, CT location. As a Machine Operator Trainee, you will learn to set-up, operate and maintain at least one process machine (rotary, surface grinder, etc.) meeting both safety and production requirements. You will maintain all quality and production records and assist with training as required.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform machine set-up and wheel changes in assigned workstation within standard set-up times.
• Maintain all quality and production records including tooling calibration, daily walk around, etc.
• Maintain productivity, utilization, schedule and quality records and comply with all standards.
• Perform in process inspection.
• Maintain 6S and other area housekeeping standards.
• Execute clean-up shift procedures.
• Maintain visual control boards and hour X hour charts.
• Participate and actively promote continuous improvement activities.
• Follow policies and procedures as outlined in Employee Handbook.
• Actively participate, promote and comply with all Quality and EH&S programs and policies.
• Achieve and maintain certified status.
• Maintain acceptable attendance.
• Perform all other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years of experience in machine operation preferred.
• Ability to use addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of numbers including decimal and fractions.
• Knowledge of blueprints, drawings, specifications, and writing diagrams.
• Ability to interpret and follow instructions, prescribed routines, methods and practices.
• Ability to plan, perform and make decisions as to the sequence of set-ups, operations and processes.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Minimum starting salary $21.00.
• Higher salary based on skills.
• Shift differentials: 2nd shift/ $2.00, 3rd shift $3.00.
• Ability to train on 1st shift for several months if needed.
• External hires are eligible for a $3,000 sign on bonus.
• Benefit package includes Medical, Dental, Visual, Vacation, and more.
• Excellent benefits/401K.