Maintenance Technician (Cast House)

Howmet Aerospace•Barberton, OH

12d•$38 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position is in the maintenance department at Howmet Aerospace’s Barberton Aluminum Remelt Foundry, in a cast house production environment. The plant operates a highly automated continuous horizontal aluminum casting operation on a nonstop schedule. The work is fast-paced and safety-critical, with responsibility for maintaining equipment and cast lines, supporting crew safety, preserving equipment integrity, and completing facility upkeep with an emphasis on machine repair. The technician supports the maintenance organization by performing preventive maintenance throughout the casting process, troubleshooting and repairing malfunctioning equipment, and participating in reviews and special projects intended to improve equipment reliability. Available crews work 12-hour shifts: day crew from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or night crew from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The stated starting rate is $37.50–$45.36 per hour, depending on experience, with an additional $1.00 per hour night shift differential. Occasional weekend overtime is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
At least two years of experience performing mechanical or electrical maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge and experience reading electrical and hydraulic drawings or schematics.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire, and visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work in production conditions involving frequent standing, walking, bending, and twisting, as well as frequent exposure to temperature extremes and noise.
Availability for occasional weekend overtime.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience working with combustion systems.
Demonstrated knowledge and competencies relating to employee, equipment, and product safety.
Experience troubleshooting equipment.
Knowledge of mechanical and electrical machine repair, machine parts, and maintenance practices.
Experience performing preventive maintenance on equipment.
Five years of mechanical and electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment or foundry.

Responsibilities

Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot continuous-process machinery, including mechanical and electrical repairs to motors, pneumatic systems, conveyors, hydraulic and water systems, production machines, and other equipment, using diagrams, specifications, and operator manuals.
Dismantle devices and machines to access and remove defective parts using hoists, hand tools, power tools, and cranes.
Perform maintenance such as replacing pumps, motors, chains, sprockets, and cables; repairing or replacing drives; troubleshooting PLC logic; fabricating and mounting guards; and troubleshooting and adjusting hydraulics.
Maintain personal safety equipment and promote BCC Safety Regulations.
Complete required preventive maintenance tasks and associated paperwork in the CMMS system.
Support equipment and cast-line operation, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning equipment, and participate in reliability reviews and special projects.
Champion the safety of crew members and help maintain equipment integrity and facility upkeep.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, including FSA and HSA options.
401(k) retirement savings plans with employer matching funds 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 Program and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Employee discount programs.
Performance pay based on company results.