Aerospace Wire EDM Tooling Specialist IV (On-site)

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. seeks a Tooling Specialist IV - Wire EDM Operator for 1st shift at our Fullerton, CA facility. You will prepare, set up and operate multiple Wire EDM machines, read blueprints, measure parts, and ensure tolerances are met.

The role requires lifting up to 30 lbs, safety compliance, and potential training of future operators. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of Wire EDM experience, ability to interpret drawings, and proficiency with measurement tools.

Qualifications

• Operate and set up Agie wire EDM machines.
• Interpret blueprints and sketches for setup and quality checks.
• Meet tight tolerances (+/- .0005).
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Read prints and verify conformance with drawings.
• Work safely following EST/Lockout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, sets up and operates multiple Wire EDM machines.
• Read prints and uses micrometers/calipers to verify parts.
• Train future Operators as necessary or required.
• Maintain machines and perform routine maintenance.
• Keep work area clean and safe daily.

Skills

Wire EDM operation

Machine setup

Blueprint reading

Calipers & micrometer use

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Multi-machine operation

Maintenance basics

Mastercam programming (nice to have)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Agie wire EDM

Mastercam Wire EDM programming

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Howmet Aerospace Inc. seeks a Tooling Specialist IV - Wire EDM Operator for 1st shift at our Fullerton, CA facility. You will prepare, set up and operate multiple Wire EDM machines, read blueprints, measure parts, and ensure tolerances are met.

The role requires lifting up to 30 lbs, safety compliance, and potential training of future operators. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of Wire EDM experience, ability to interpret drawings, and proficiency with measurement tools.