1st Shift, Machining Tech IV, Heading

Howmet Aerospace • La Puente, CA

7d • $30 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Fastening Systems is seeking a Machining Tech IV for its Heading process at the City of Industry, California location. Howmet Fastening Systems designs and manufactures aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings, and installation tools for aerospace, transportation, energy, and industrial applications.

The Machining Tech IV independently sets up, operates, and troubleshoots machinery and supports production quality and team training. The role operates standard machines in the assigned process, including saws, cut-off machines, and various headers, and may assist other Howmet facilities. The position requires at least five years of machinist experience. High school diploma or GED is preferred. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable. Employment offers are conditioned on the ability to lawfully access export-controlled items.

The position offers competitive wages of $30–$37 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package. The posting contains inconsistent shift references: the headline says 1st Shift, while the description says 2nd Shift.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a machinist.
• Good communication skills and knowledge of basic shop math.
• Ability to read, write, and understand basic instructions in English.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to follow direction and maintain a good attitude while being willing to learn.
• Ability to complete first-piece verification.
• Ability to learn and use measurement instruments; knowledge of measuring instruments and gages used in the operation.
• Ability to perform entry-level setups and understand applicable machine speeds and feeds.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of coworkers, customers, and auditors.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing and quality processes and principles.
• Ability to comply with daily SPC requirements and maintain machine complements when applicable.
• LOTO certification.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent troubleshooting skills and independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot machinery.
• Ability to lift or move up to 30 pounds regularly.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States and able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot machinery for self and others.
• Operate all standard machines related to the assigned process.
• Run saws independently and proficiently operate cut-off machines.
• Make tooling related to heading.
• Independently operate the 80- and 100-ton machines.
• Independently operate and set up hot and single-die headers.
• Independently operate and set up 56 National multi-die headers, and cross-train to operate and set up 89 National multi-die headers.
• Complete first-piece verification and comply with applicable daily SPC requirements.
• Maintain machine complements when applicable and understand machine speeds and feeds where applicable.
• Communicate effectively with team members and the Production Team Leader; write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of coworkers, customers, and auditors.
• Assist the supervisor and lead person in training Machining Tech I–III and Machining Tech I–IV employees.
• Cross-train in other areas as required and support other Howmet facilities.
• Understand and meet department goals and metrics; participate in ABS Kaizen events as required.
• Follow instructions, maintain a positive attitude, and demonstrate willingness to learn.
• Apply Human Performance tasks and comply with lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, including FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) retirement savings plans with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance coverage.
• Tuition assistance and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed