Production Assembler I - 1st Shift

Howmet Aerospace • Manchester, CT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Assembler I assembles aerospace components to customer specifications at the Manchester location. This is a first-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The role includes building and preparing tube assemblies for welding and brazing, contouring assemblies to fixtures and layouts, and using tools and machinery to complete precise assembly work. The assembler reads engineering instructions, travelers, and blueprints; checks parts for quality and dimensional conformance; troubleshoots assembly issues; and documents production activities for traceability. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and industry regulations, including appropriate handling of hazardous materials and use of personal protective equipment. The assembler works with engineering and quality assurance teams to address issues and support continuous improvement.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED. Manufacturing or machining experience is preferred but not required. Applicants must be able to read blueprints, use hand and power tools and measuring instruments, perform precise work with strong attention to detail, and lift and move heavy components. Employment eligibility will be verified at hire. Visa sponsorship is unavailable. This role is subject to ITAR requirements and requires U.S. person status as defined in the posting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail for work with intricate components and precision assembly.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
• Commitment to quality standards and compliance.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to lift and move heavy components.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Must meet the posting's ITAR U.S. person status requirement.
• Employment eligibility verification is required at the time of hire; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or machining environment is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Build and prepare tube assemblies for weld and braze processes, including rough trimming, finish trimming, and cleaning tube ends and fittings.
• Contour assemblies to fixtures and layouts to meet customer print dimensions.
• Use hand tools, power tools, machinery, and precision measuring instruments to assemble materials to specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering instructions, travelers, and blueprints.
• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections to verify conformance with quality standards.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and rectify product and assembly issues, reporting potential issues as appropriate.
• Follow safety protocols and industry regulations, including requirements for hazardous materials and personal protective equipment.
• Maintain accurate production and assembly records, including documentation of completed assemblies for traceability.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality assurance teams to resolve assembly issues and contribute to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
• 401(k) matching program.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Community engagement activities.
• Flexible schedules, contingent upon role and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED