Wax Level II Inspector (2nd Shift)
About The Position
Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Wax Level II Inspector for its Dover Casting group in Dover, New Jersey. The position monitors wax-cluster quality to ensure compliance with internal and Wax Manual specifications. The inspector checks work throughout the wax cell, records and communicates defects, provides feedback to operators and supervisors, and supports operator development and continuous improvement. The role is subject to ITAR and requires U.S. person status. The stated work schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.; training takes place Monday through Friday on first shift. An hourly shift premium applies while assigned to an off-shift.
Requirements
- Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire.
- Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR: a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident.
- High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
- Read, write, and understand English.
- Pass a visual acuity test, Jaeger 1 at 12 inches.
- Be computer literate.
- Complete classroom training and pass written and practical exams per WM1608.
- Reside within a 50-mile radius of Dover, New Jersey; candidates outside that radius will not be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a Quality department.
- At least two years of Wax Workcell experience or equivalent.
- A can-do attitude.
- Positive interaction skills with peers, supervisors, and engineering.
- Good judgment and the ability to communicate with all areas of the wax department and engineering.
- Experience with computer programs, including email.
- Positive interaction skills when providing feedback to peers.
- Good comprehension of wax quality requirements.
- Demonstrated skill in both DS and EQ.
Responsibilities
- Report to the Wax Group leader.
- Read, understand, and follow work instructions, including activity instructions and product criteria.
- Visually inspect all assemblies for defects or non-compliance with specifications.
- Mark assemblies to identify defects found during inspection.
- Record defect data in the plant’s computerized visual inspection system.
- Provide feedback to wax department supervisors and operators about assembly quality.
- Audit in-process work and provide feedback to operators.
- Inspect clusters according to activity instructions and product criteria.
- Ensure product-criteria compliance for work processed in the wax cell, including core preparation, injection, inspection, gating, parts, pinning, and assembly.
- Inspect every mold seal for defects such as pinholes, undercuts, negative welds, blisters, and gaps.
- Visually check every mold for obvious defects, including braces, broken patterns, and cleanliness.
- Initiate the help chain for potential deviations.
- Assist operators with skill development and train and onboard new setup and inspection operators.
- Participate in continuous improvement.
- Follow applicable environmental, health, and safety rules; use required personal protective equipment, report work-related illnesses and injuries and safety, health, or environmental concerns, and attend EHS training.
- Perform additional responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.
Benefits
- Paid vacation each year, based on length of service.
- 13 paid holidays per year.
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, with the company potentially matching a percentage of pre-tax contributions.
- Employer contribution to the Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits offered upon hire.
- Employee life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tuition Assistance Program.
- Free fitness center membership.
- Hourly shift premium while assigned to an off-shift.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
