2nd Shift, Quality Tech II, Lab

Howmet Aerospace•La Puente, CA

3d•$23 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Quality Tech II, Lab for its City of Industry, California location. Howmet Fastening Systems designs and manufactures aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings, and installation tools used in aerospace, transportation, energy, construction, and industrial applications. The Quality Tech II, Lab supports product quality by reviewing raw materials and verifying product acceptance against specifications. The position performs laboratory testing and prepares quality documentation, with assistance as needed. The technician may perform two of six listed tests and may prepare samples for micro and macro examination. The job posting contains a shift discrepancy: its title says “2nd Shift,” while the opening paragraph refers to “1st Shift.” The position requires 1–3 years of quality experience. A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Employment eligibility in the United States is required; visa sponsorship is unavailable. Employment offers are conditioned on the applicant’s ability to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items. The stated salary range is $23 to $27 per hour.

Requirements

1–3 years of quality experience.
Good communication skills and basic shop math.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Basic understanding of work instructions, routers, blueprints, drawings, and specifications in English.
Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds regularly.
Attention to detail.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to use, or be trained to use, and read micrometers and calipers.
Must pass a vision test.
Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States; verification of employment eligibility is required at hire.
Visa sponsorship is not available.
Ability to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items is a condition of an employment offer.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Responsibilities

Become familiar with the Daily Management board and understand its covered topics as required.
Use sampling plans, drawings, instructions, standards, and specifications—with assistance—to verify product acceptance.
Prepare quality laboratory documentation.
Review raw materials for compliance with appropriate specifications.
Ensure testing is completed accurately and results are legible.
Perform two of the six listed tests, with assistance if needed: High Cycle Fatigue Testing, Stress Rupture Testing, Microhardness Testing, Macro Examination of samples, Tensile Testing, and Hydrogen Analyzer testing.
Mount, polish, and etch samples for micro and macro examination.
Interface with auditors and customer representatives.
Write routine reports and correspondence as required.
Follow and carry out instructions.