AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN - Plant 3

Howmet Aerospace; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking an Automation Technician for its Whitehall Casting Operation. This full-time position involves providing support for robotic manufacturing equipment and improving reliability and productivity. Candidates should have a high school diploma, a year of experience in engineering, and robotic programming skills preferred. The role demands strong mechanical aptitude and communication skills, focusing on compliance with EHS rules. Join us to contribute to an inclusive work environment at Howmet Aerospace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year working in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Providing manufacturing support of robotic finishing and wax manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain and improve reliability and productivity of robotic equipment.
• Program and document code for manufacturing robots.
• Act as leadership role for robotic equipment and process operations.
• Comply with all EHS rules required for the work environment.

Skills

Robotic programming skills

Good mechanical and/or electrical aptitude

Good oral and written communication skills

PC literacy in Microsoft Word and Excel

Experience using industrial controllers

Ability to read mechanical prints and electrical prints

Methodical aptitude for troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Locations One Misco Drive, Whitehall, MI, 49461-1799, 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

This position will be in our, Plant 3, Whitehall Casting Operation. Key responsibilities for this Automation Technician will include, but not limited to, the following.

• Providing manufacturing support of robotic finishing and robotic wax manufacturing equipment.
• Key emphasis on maintaining and improving reliability and productivity of robotic equipment.
• Programming and documenting code for manufacturing robots.
• Act in leadership role as SPA for robotic equipment and process operations.
• Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of one year working in an engineering or manufacturing environment.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on relevant experience evaluating automated equipment and processes and solving automated equipment issues.
• Robotic programming skills to refine movement using various controllers.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be PC literate in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Experience using industrial controllers.
• Ability to read mechanical prints and electrical prints.
• Good methodical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment and related issues.
• Must be organized with the discipline to solve problems with permanent solutions.

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.