Wax Finisher, 3rd Shift

Howmet Aerospace • Cleveland, OH

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Production Area Lead, the Wax Finisher position is accountable for the final finishing of wax and wax/plastic patterns. This involves three main areas of responsibility: removing flash, repairing defects, and smoothing blends. The role also includes dressing of pour cups, attaching finished patterns to trees, and attaching pour cups to pattern gating. If performing gating work, assembly of plastic or wax cross arms and vent plugs must be completed. Reporting of finished pieces into the computer inventory system via data entry is also a key function. Additionally, the role involves preparation of cores (if working on IGT patterns) and blue sealing (if working on plastic/wax patterns).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) from an accredited institution
• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Ability to effectively work AND communicate as part of a cell team
• Wearing PPE (personal protection equipment)
• Following all basic safety precautions
• Light to moderate physical activity, such as walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time, as well as some lifting
• U.S. person status (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee) due to ITAR regulations

Responsibilities

• Final finishing of wax and wax/plastic patterns
• Removing flash
• Repairing defects in pattern assemblies without changing contour or shape using wax as filling material
• Dressing of pour cups
• Attaching finished pattern to tree
• Attaching pour cup to pattern gating
• Assembly of plastic or wax cross arms and vent plugs (if performing gating work)
• Reporting by data entry of finished piece into computer inventory system
• Preparation of cores (if working on IGT patterns)
• Blue sealing (if working on plastic/wax patterns)

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Flexibility with shift starting time
• Clean, air-conditioned work facility
• 401k savings plan includes 3% of your eligible compensation, and a match of your deferred pre-tax savings dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your base pay
• Tobacco-Free Credit
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance available
• Vacation Eligibility

What This Job Offers

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