2nd Shift, Processing Tech III, Heat Treat

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in City of Industry, California, is seeking a 2nd Shift Processing Tech III for Heat Treat to join our on-site team. You will operate furnaces, read blueprints, verify parts, and ensure adherence to HT processes, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires basic English, good math skills, and the ability to follow instructions. Prior heat treat experience and instrument familiarity are preferred, with opportunities for growth within a global aerospace

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and understand basic English instructions.
• 3+ years’ Heat Treat experience and ability to read blueprints/work instructions.
• Willingness to learn heat treat procedures and use measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate heat treat equipment including furnaces and related tooling.
• Read and interpret process sheets/HTPI for processing hardware.
• Perform Rockwell hardness tests when applicable.
• Monitor instrumentation and ensure proper heating, quenching, and timing.

Skills

Communication

Shop math

Read English

Write English

Follow directions

First piece verification

Lock out/tag out

Heat Treat processes

Blueprint reading

Education

High School diploma / GED

3+ years Heat Treat experience

Tools

Solution shakers

Vacuum furnaces

VACUDRAW furnaces

Instruments measurement

Process sheets HTPI

Job description

2nd Shift, Processing Tech III, Heat Treat

City of Industry, CA, United States (On-site)

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Job Info

• Job Identification 118057
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 06/18/2026, 11:45 PM
• Locations 135 North Unruh Ave., City of Industry, CA, 91744, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Export-Controlled Data This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Responsibilities

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a2nd Shift, Processing Tech III, Heat Treatfor our City of Industry, California location.

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report atwww.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow:LinkedIn ,Twitter ,Instagram ,Facebook , andYouTube .

Born from many well-known and long-standing brands, Howmet Fastening Systems, headquartered in Torrance, California, is the premier designer and manufacturer of aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose to tail on commercial and military aircraft, as well as on jet engines, industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Good communication skills & knowledge of basic shop math
• Able to read, write and understand basic instructions in English
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Able to learn how to use measurement instruments
• Ability to follow direction
• Ability to complete first piece verification
• Maintain a good attitude and be willing to learn
• Communicates effectively with other team members and Production Team Leader
• Ability to become certified in lock out/tag out
• Be familiar with Human Performance tasks
• Must be able to work in a hot environment
• Ability to learn and follow direction specific to Heat Treat processes & procedures
• Able to read & understand applicable manufacturing procedures for Heat Treat
• Able to operate solution shakers
• Able to operate vacuum furnaces
• Able to operate VACUDRAW furnaces
• Able to operate freezer wit assistance
• Able to read and understand technical product specifications
• Be familiar with operation, adjustment
• Able to monitor furnace and verify instrumentation as directed
• Proficient in cleaning processes
• Knowledge of general heat treat requirements for age titanium, stainless steels and solution treatment of all steels, etc.
• Proficient in verifying paperwork
• Knowledge of company policies, applicable procedures, and applicable work instructions
• Understands the procedures of loading, timing, heating quenching etc.
• Able to inspect parts to be heat treated for FOD
• Perform Rockwell hardness test (when applicable)
• Able to comprehend and perform preventative maintenance as required
• Able to print process sheets HTPI to process hardware

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ of Heat Treat experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, policies and procedure in English
• Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant’s ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred

Benefits/Salary:

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.The salary range for this position is $22hr to $26hr

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.