TOOLMAKER

Howmet Aerospace•Winsted, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Aerospace is seeking an experienced Toolmaker for its second-shift team at its Winsted, Connecticut facility. The Toolmaker builds, inspects, reworks, and maintains fixtures and gages to tolerances of +0.0002/-0.0002. The role supports product integrity and quality through precision tooling and gage inspection, and provides tooling support to the production floor while partnering with Engineering and Layout.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of technical college or trades school certification.
At least 3 years of toolmaking experience.
Knowledge and ability to solve complex problems.
Familiarity with computer operations.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire.
U.S. person status is required under ITAR.

Responsibilities

Build and rework gages and fixtures.
Make design changes to tooling and fixtures.
Diagnose and correct fixture and gage problems.
Evaluate tool designs for tool room rework capability.
Machine and grind details.
Perform gage surveillance and maintain gage certification.
Provide tooling support to the production floor.
Partner with Engineering and Layout.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Maintain certified Toolmaker status.
Participate in and promote EHS and Quality programs and policies.
Follow policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, including FSA and HSA options.
401(k) plans with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
Paid holidays and vacation time.
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
A $3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external hires.
Overtime opportunities.