Sandblast Operator - Night Shift

Howmet Aerospace • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Howmet's Houston Extrusions Plant (77061) converts specialty metals into value-added extrusions for the aerospace and defense industries. The Blast-room operator abrasive-blasts extrusions and other parts and components using abrasive blast media. This position is primarily in a warehouse environment, where temperature conditions vary with the outside environment. Sitting, standing, and possibly heavy lifting are required. The role is subject to ITAR requirements: employees must qualify as a U.S. person and be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility is verified at hire, and visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1–4 years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must meet ITAR U.S. person requirements: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility will be verified at hire.
• Ability to sit, stand, and possibly lift heavy items weighing 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• 1–4 years of experience in metals manufacturing.
• Excellent written, verbal, and non-verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and commit to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily equipment pre-inspections.
• Load and unload parts onto blast carts.
• Cycle blast carts in and out of the blast room.
• Operate an abrasive blast hose to blast extrusions, parts, dies, and other items as needed.
• Keep the work area clean and free of debris and trip hazards.
• Operate overhead bridge cranes and jib cranes.
• Operate a forklift and side loader.
• Comply with EHS rules required for the work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned or deemed appropriate by management.

What This Job Offers

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