Production Worker (Melter Technician - 2nd Shift)

Howmet Aerospace•Dover, NJ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Melter Technician to join its Howmet Alloy plant in Dover, New Jersey. The role involves charging, operating, maintaining, and cleaning melting and related equipment according to documented Vacuum Alloy Manufacturing Process procedures, and handling the daily operation of vacuum furnaces. The position pays an anticipated $24–$26 per hour, with pay determined by factors such as experience, education, and certifications. An hourly shift premium applies while assigned to an off-shift. The regular afternoon schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.; training takes place on day shift, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., for several months. The technician must complete Melter training and certification within the prescribed timeframe and, after training, be capable of operating the A, B, C, and W units. Work includes operation and monitoring of furnace equipment, maintenance and emergency procedures, accurate records and data entry, and furnace-change coordination. The role is performed in a hot manufacturing environment and involves use of tools, mobile equipment, and required personal protective equipment. The company describes its benefits package as including health, dental, and vision insurance, matching 401(k), life insurance, short-term disability, performance pay bonus, paid time off, wellness programs, an EAP program that includes a free local gym membership, and other discounted benefits. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and be able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items. Visa sponsorship and relocation benefits are not available. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Dover, New Jersey.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
Successfully complete Melter training and certification within the prescribed timeframe.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and read, write, and comprehend English.
Pass a satisfactory vision exam: Jaeger J1 at no less than 12 inches (30.5 cm) in at least one eye, natural or corrected.
Pass physical requirements, including use of a respirator and mobile equipment such as overhead cranes.
Understand complex written instructions.
Perform basic mathematical calculations and basic PC operations.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.
Reside within 50 miles of Dover, New Jersey.
Visa sponsorship is not available, and no relocation benefit is offered.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, with little advance notice.
Ability to troubleshoot equipment.

Responsibilities

Charge, operate, maintain, and clean melting and related equipment according to documented procedures.
Operate melting units, including pumps and blowers, monitor equipment, and make adjustments to maintain effectiveness.
Furnish laboratory preliminary requirements and document and maintain accurate records and logs, including required melt-card or log data entry.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment and perform minor and preventive equipment maintenance.
Install, remove, and monitor preheat torches and follow melting techniques and melt practices.
Weigh metal additions when qualified and verify that preliminary additions are correct.
Assist with multiple furnaces during a workday as required.
Perform coil changes, including confined-space work and use of LTV and the overhead crane to remove and install coils.
Perform emergency and remedial procedures that arise during melting, and carry out spout and entry changes.
Operate the tube cleaner and keep the area clean; hot-top and clean molds as required.
Perform other duties as assigned by the team leader or supervision.
Assist in training new team members as needed.
After training, operate the A, B, C, and W units and complete Melter training and certification within the prescribed timeframe.
Coordinate shift and shift-to-shift communications with the melt team and maintenance during furnace changes.
Record furnace-change progress on the furnace change sheet and report problems to the shift team leader.
Communicate furnace-change status to the next shift's melt team members and supervision.
Complete furnace-change safety audits covering confined space, fall protection, lockout/tagout/verify, and respirator inspections.
Complete furnace changes in a timely manner, replenish assigned furnace-change cabinets with supplies, and order supplies that are not in stock.