Paint and Coatings Operator 2nd shift

Howmet Aerospace•Tucson, AZ
•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Aerospace is hiring a Paint and Coatings Operator for its Tucson, Arizona location. The operator runs Vector and Dye Point machines to meet customer requirements, assists with inspecting components against customer and production specifications, and supports other operators with processing tasks such as counting component weights and moving parts between locations. The role also includes preparing daily production reports and forms, performing regular housekeeping, and following Howmet’s environmental, health and safety (EH&S), quality, and other company policies. The position is on the second shift, Monday through Friday, from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. It requires regular standing, walking, overhead reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling totes, and leaning over machines. The posting also notes lifting or moving up to 30 pounds among the responsibilities and lifting 35–40 pounds in the physical requirements. A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and the position is subject to ITAR requirements for U.S. person status. Visa sponsorship is not available. Previous manufacturing or machinery experience is desired; hands-on experience with measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers, and the ability to read blueprints, are preferred. Howmet offers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, FSA and HSA options, 401(k) plans with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution, paid holidays and vacation, paid parental leave, adoption assistance, life insurance, disability coverage, optional insurance plans, tuition assistance, professional development opportunities, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements

  • Solid interpersonal and communication skills; attention to detail and strong communication skills are required.
  • Able to lift or move up to 30 pounds, as stated in the responsibilities.
  • Able to regularly stand, walk, reach overhead, lift 35–40 pounds, push and pull totes, and lean over machines.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
  • Must meet ITAR U.S. person status requirements.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment or a background working with machinery.
  • Hands-on experience using measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers, and reading blueprints.

Responsibilities

  • Operate Vector and Dye Point machines to meet customer requirements.
  • Assist with inspecting components to customer and production specifications.
  • Perform housekeeping duties as necessary.
  • Prepare daily production reports and forms.
  • Assist other operators with processing activities, including component weight counting and moving parts between locations.
  • Follow Howmet EH&S, quality, and other company policies.

Benefits

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