2nd Shift, Quality Tech III, Lab

Howmet Aerospace; California (MO); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) matching program

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace in California is seeking a qualified Quality Tech III for 2nd shift responsibilities in a lab setting. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of quality experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure.

The job includes testing materials to verify compliance, preparing quality documentation, and collaborating with auditors. Benefits include health insurance and a competitive 401(k) matching program, with a salary range of $28/hr to $32/hr.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of quality experience required.
• Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Position involves access to export-controlled items.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality lab documentation.
• Ensure testing accuracy and legibility of results.
• Perform various material tests including fatigue and rupture testing.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic shop math

Detail-oriented

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Position Overview

2nd Shift, Quality Tech III, Lab - City of Industry, California

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Good communication skills & basic shop math
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Basic understanding of work instructions, routers, blueprints, drawings, and specifications in English
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence as required
• Able to lift/move up to 30 pounds regularly
• Able to follow and carry out instructions
• Must be detail‑oriented
• Familiar with the Daily Management board
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to use and read micrometers and calipers
• Must pass a vision test
• Can interface with auditors and customer representatives
• Ability to use sampling plans, drawings, instructions, standards and specifications to verify product acceptance
• Ability to prepare quality lab documentation
• Review raw material for compliance with specifications
• Ensure all testing is complete with accuracy and results are legible
• Perform 2 of the following tests (with assistance if needed):
  • High Cycle Fatigue Testing
  • Stress Rupture Testing
  • Microhardness Testing
  • Macro Examination of samples
  • Tensile Testing
  • Hydrogen Analyzer
• Mount, polish, and etch samples for micro and macro examination
• Perform testing with minimal assistance (high cycle fatigue, stress rupture, microhardness, macro examination, tensile, hydrogen analyzer)
• Capable of performing test set‑up, load determination, testing, calculation, interpretation, re‑coding, and reporting results per specifications
• Ability to be backup for visual inspection, sorting and document scanning as needed

Key Values

Acts with integrity; trustworthy and accurate; dependable; team‑player able to work with and cross‑train others.

Basic Qualifications

• 3-5 years of quality experience required
• Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States; verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire
• Position involves access to export‑controlled items; 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

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), an excellent 401(k) matching program, paid holidays, and vacation. Salary range: $28/hr to $32/hr.

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.

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