HOURLY PRODUCTION - Post Cast Operator

Howmet; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Paid parental leave

Life insurance and disability coverage

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in La Porte, Indiana, seeks a full-time Post Cast Operator. You will work in a team, read work instructions, perform lifting and stand for long periods, and operate and verify castings in the post cast area while handling autoclave, etch, and inspection processes.

The role requires passing WORKKEYS tests and legal authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available. Training and safety are emphasized in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalency is required.
• WORKKEYS tests are REQUIRED; pass All tests at Level 4 or higher.
• Authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.
• Export-controlled items access may be required.

Responsibilities

• Knockout, Low Temp / Autoclave, Cutoff/Grinding/CNC/Waterblast/Revert Processing.
• Sandblast/Expediting/Vibratory, Acid Etch, Primary Inspection.
• Proficiently perform a minimum of 3 listed post-cast tasks.

Skills

Lifting

Reading

Forklift driving

Computers

Hand tools

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Vision standards

Quality verification

Calibrations

Certification readiness

Manufacturing experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cutoff Saw

Grinding equipment

CNC equipment

Air arc/plasma cut

Job description

Responsibilities

Work as a team member, under general supervision to remove, clean, cut and verify castings in the post cast area.

Essential Functions

• Read and interpret PWI (work instructions).
• Lifting (max. 35#).
• Long periods of standing.
• Push/Pull/Twisting.
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware and software applications.
• Vision Standards.

Job Responsibilities:

A fulltime Post Cast Operator will be able to proficiently perform a minimum of 3 of the following:

• Knockout.
• Low Temp / Autoclave.
• Cutoff/ Grinding / CNC / Waterblast / Revert Processing.
• Sandblast/ Expediting/ Vibratory.
• Acid Etch.
• Primary Inspection.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED equivalency is required.
• WORKKEYS Tests are REQUIRED to be considered for this position. Testing will be conducted at the La Porte WorkOne office. Required Testing: Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, Workplace Documents. Candidates MUST pass with a Level 4 or higher on ALL tests.
• 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.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Able to demonstrate 2 years of full-time continuous work experience with the same employer OR 6 months of manufacturing experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Lifting, reading, forklift driving.
• Understanding of Computers (basic hardware and software).
• Use of hand tools.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Team concept orientation.
• Vision standards.
• Capable of doing multiple tasks.
• Accurate labor reporting.
• Verify quality of work (work tolerance, recognize defects).
• Remove excess gating.
• Calibrated measurements of chemicals.
• Ability to become a certified operator (ie: autoclave, etch, alloy verification).
• Experience in chemical and manufacturing equipment usage preferred.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee is required to execute the following:

• Occasional bending, reaching, pushing and pulling when retrieving and moving various items.
• Lifting approximately 50% of the time. Typically, assistance would be provided for weights exceeding 35 pounds.
• Good manual dexterity Position may require more than eight hours daily and more than five days weekly to complete work assignments.
• Squatting / crouching when retrieving stored items from lower shelves and file cabinets, making equipment / product inspections, etc.
• Standing 80% of the time.
• Visual requirements for this position are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Chemical related jobs require wearing a chemical suit 90% of the shift; this also includes possibly wearing hard hat, gloves, sleeves and a long coat.
• Clean work areas and maintain a clean work environment; perform 5S cleaning activities as required.
• Chemical related jobs require wearing a chemical suit 90% of the shift; this also includes possibly wearing hard hat, gloves, sleeves and a long coat.

Equipment Used

• Cutoff Saw.
• Grinding equipment.
• CNC equipment.
• Hand tools.
• Blast equipment.
• Chemical bath equipment.
• Air arc/plasma cut.

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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