Nut Former

Howmet Aerospace • Brea, CA

2d

About The Position

The Nut Former sets up and operates nut-form production equipment to produce quality parts. The role uses drawings, work orders, and blueprints, conducts in-process inspections with precision measurement equipment, maintains production documentation, and communicates urgent tooling or troubleshooting needs. The employee must uphold site safety standards and standard operating procedures and may participate in department training or train new department employees.

Available shifts are 1st shift (4:00 AM–2:30 PM) and 2nd shift (2:30 PM–1:00 AM). Saturday overtime may be required. The stated salary range is $30.99–$52.69, depending on individual knowledge, skill level, and demonstrated experience.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience operating nut-form production machinery, such as Nationals or Jern Yao machines.
• Proficiency using precision measurement tools, including micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Ability to read blueprints and work orders.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to stand, lift, bend, and kneel for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment.
• Ability to work with and around heavy metal materials.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate nut-form production equipment.
• Use drawings, work orders, and blueprints to produce quality parts.
• Perform regular in-process inspections using precision measurement equipment as needed, including micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Follow site safety standards and standard operating procedures to help prevent accidents, injuries, and equipment malfunctions.
• Complete required production logs and related documentation accurately.
• Communicate urgent tooling and troubleshooting needs.
• Participate in regular department training and/or train new department employees, as required.

What This Job Offers

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