Quality Tech - IGT
About The Position
Howmet Aerospace is a global provider of engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Howmet Engine Systems is seeking an experienced Quality Technician to join its team in Hampton, Virginia. The role supports manufacturing excellence by preparing quality assurance shipping documents, analyzing and presenting data for quality management and product improvement, and assisting with root cause analysis for customer issues. The Quality Technician submits product deviations for customer approval using software tools and collaborating with engineering and manufacturing; assembles shipment packages for various product lines; supports the Quality Engineer with root cause analysis; reviews products before shipments involving major customer issues; conducts internal audits; and organizes routing cards for long-term record retention. The position requires compliance with company attendance policies, safety rules, and department-specific safety requirements. Occasional overtime may be needed, particularly during end-of-month shipments.
Requirements
- Five years of related experience and/or training in an engineering or manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and comprehend detailed operating instructions, safety rules, and procedural manuals, and to write routine reports.
- Standard mathematical skills, including arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility will be verified at hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
- Must be able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items as a condition of employment.
- Ability to walk and stand regularly and use hands and fingers to handle products for quality examinations.
- Ability to communicate with engineers, managers, and customers about issues.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to create complex Excel spreadsheets using functions and formulas.
- Ability to use links to other workbooks, pivot tables, filters, goal-seeking scenarios, outline, and subtotal features to create custom workbooks.
- Experience with root cause analysis methods such as 5 Whys and Fishbone Diagrams.
Responsibilities
- Use software tools and coordinate with other departments to submit product deviations to customers for approval.
- Compile information and prepare shipment packages for various product lines.
- Assist the Quality Engineer with root cause analysis for customer issues or escapes.
- Complete product reviews before shipments involving major customer issues.
- Conduct internal audits of departments and processes to verify that procedures are followed.
- Organize monthly routing cards for long-term record retention.
- Follow company attendance policies and safety rules, including department-specific safety requirements.
- Work occasional overtime, particularly during end-of-month shipments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
