ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN - Plant 10

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician for weekend shifts at Whitehall Casting, Plant 10 Operations.

The role provides technical support to ensure continuous flow of parts and materials and to drive velocity through the plant. The position emphasizes collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams, root-cause problem solving, and identifying improvements to reduce costs and enhance process reliability.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in manufacturing, industrial, mechanical technology or related field.
• Minimum of two years of work history or six months of continuous manufacturing experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between engineering, manufacturing, and other functions to expedite product flow.
• Address production issues using root-cause analysis to improve velocity.
• Identify and address potential production problems for improvements or cost reductions.
• Collaborate with engineering on tooling, NPI, and process improvements.
• Support data collection and analysis to support process control.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree in manufacturing/industrial/mechanical technology or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

This weekend-crew position will be located in our Whitehall Casting, Plant 10 Operations.

Responsibilities

This weekend-crew position will be located in our Whitehall Casting, Plant 10 Operations.

Summary:

The manufacturing engineering technician role provides technical support to ensure continuous flow of parts, materials and information by addressing issues that arise to drive velocity through the plant.

• Acts as a liaison between engineering, manufacturing, other functions to expedite product flow
• Continually address issues with problem-solving techniques that impact velocity and solve issues identified to root cause
• Proactively identify and address potential problems or constraints in the production process for improvements or cost reduction
• Interact with engineering to drive tooling, NPI and process improvements
• Supports engineering and manufacturing with data collection, compiling information and analysis to support process control
• Coordinate information flow, e.g., reviews shift reports and connects with supervisors to determine areas for focus, communicates material requests, etc. – provides updates on issues and resolution to appropriate functions within the plant
• Keeps workstations stocked with material replenishment
• Support operations as a contact in out-of-cycle tasks related to raw materials, parts, removal of waste, moving kanban cards, updates to electronic productivity and other status boards, missing instructions, quality issues, etc.
• Coordinates with engineering to understand risk of deviations and variations in processes

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of an Associate degree in manufacturing, industrial, mechanical technology or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years of work history or six months of continuous experience working in manufacturing environment.
• Employees 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of work experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Reading blueprints / specifications.
• Understanding of production processes and manufacturing related metrics.
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, including Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and in a team collaborating with others.

About Us

Compensation and Benefits:

If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location.

Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
• Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans
• Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our Story:

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.

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