2nd Shift Tooling Specialist III: Precision Machining

Howmet Aerospace; California; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace – City of Industry, California – is seeking a 2nd Shift Tooling Specialist III, focused on Tool Prep and machining support. The role requires hands-on setup, reading blueprints, and maintaining high-precision tolerances in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers full-time employment with competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to work with advanced aerospace tooling. Applicants should be able to work on-site and lift up to 30 pounds as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Tooling experience.
• Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
• 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.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate one or more tool room style machines (e.g., precision Hardinge, Sunnen hone) with minimal assistance.
• Read and interpret blueprints and written/verbal instructions accurately.
• Use basic shop math and measurement instruments to verify first piece and ongoing tolerances.
• Follow directions and maintain clear, accurate records of parts and setups.
• Maintain safe operation of hydraulic press and other equipment.
• Collaborate with Planning and Production Team Leaders to meet daily goals.

Skills

Basic shop math

English literacy

Communication skills

Reading blueprints

Follow directions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Precision Hardinge lathe

Sunnen honing machine

Hydraulic press

Job description

Howmet Aerospace – City of Industry, California – is seeking a 2nd Shift Tooling Specialist III, focused on Tool Prep and machining support. The role requires hands-on setup, reading blueprints, and maintaining high-precision tolerances in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers full-time employment with competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to work with advanced aerospace tooling. Applicants should be able to work on-site and lift up to 30 pounds as needed.