2nd Shift Mechanical Technician – Equipment & PM

Howmet Aerospace; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace in Whitehall, MI is seeking a 2nd Shift Mechanical Technician for Plant 3. The role focuses on supporting facility engineers, installing and modifying equipment, and procuring parts to keep production running efficiently.

Responsibilities include updating schematics, providing maintenance support, and implementing preventative maintenance processes. A strong hands‑on mechanical background and experience with blueprints are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of hands‑on experience in a mechanical or maintenance‑focused environment.
• Associates degree in a technical discipline or completion of a registered apprenticeship program.
• Experience in maintenance, construction, HVAC, equipment installation, fabrication and welding, hydraulics and pneumatics, or plumbing and piping systems.
• Good mechanical aptitude and blueprint reading capabilities.
• Must be energetic and a self‑starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere.
• Able to work in a self‑directed or team environment and have good organizations skills.
• Ability to work independently and with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist Facility Engineers with completion of capital projects.
• Install, move, or modify plant equipment.
• Procurement of repair parts, spare parts, or raw materials as needed.
• Update or create new schematics and drawings.
• Provide technical assistance to maintenance staff for repairs and modifications.
• Create and implement preventative maintenance and repair procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or apprenticeship

Tools

PC skills

Job description

Howmet Aerospace in Whitehall, MI is seeking a 2nd Shift Mechanical Technician for Plant 3. The role focuses on supporting facility engineers, installing and modifying equipment, and procuring parts to keep production running efficiently.

Responsibilities include updating schematics, providing maintenance support, and implementing preventative maintenance processes. A strong hands‑on mechanical background and experience with blueprints are required.