HOURLY PRODUCTION - Utility Worker

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition Assistance Program

Employer 401(k) with matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is seeking a full-time Utility Worker in Laporte, Indiana. This role requires basic reading of PC/AI documents, ability to operate a walk-behind equipment, and collaboration within a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will support dewaxing, alloy cutting, molding, and oven processes while maintaining safety and quality standards. The job emphasizes teamwork, willingness to work overtime, and adherence to site policies.

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...
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access.

Responsibilities

• Use the computer for lot tracing.
• Able to operate a Walk Behind.
• Must be able to work and function in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of computers.
• Must be able to read and interpret Product Criteria (PC) and Activity Instructions (AI).
• Must be able to function as a member of a team and be able to work under general supervision.
• Must be able to maintain expected quality levels.
• Comply with all site required policies and procedures including but not limited to:EHS, Quality, Code of Conduct and the LaPorte Employee Guidebook.
• Work overtime as needed.
• A fulltime Utility Worker will be able to proficiently perform a minimum of 3 of the following:
• Dewaxing Molds
• CuttingAlloy
• Material Cutter
• Mold Wrappers
• Oven Pushers
• Chamber Loaders
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Skills

Walk Behind operation

Team player

Basic computer skills

Read/write skills

Reading PC/AI documents

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Fork Truck license

Mold/dewax equipment

Job description

• Locations 1110 East Lincoln Way, Laporte, IN, 46350-3954, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 10/31/2026, 12:00 AM
• 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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Use the computer for lot tracing.
• Able to operate a Walk Behind.
• Must be able to work and function in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of computers.
• Must be able to read and interpret Product Criteria (PC) and Activity Instructions (AI).
• Must be able to function as a member of a team and be able to work under general supervision.
• Must be able to maintain expected quality levels.
• Comply with all site required policies and procedures including but not limited to:EHS, Quality, Code of Conduct and the LaPorte Employee Guidebook.
• Work overtime as needed.

Job responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to:

A fulltime Utility Worker will be able to proficiently perform a minimum of 3 of the following:

Dewaxing Molds

• Retrieve molds form wind tunnel and log dates on serialized/non-serialized sheet in dry room when molds are ready for dewax.
• Load molds into vacuum chamber.
• Drop nuggets, vent molds, steam dewax molds, push and pull molds from stoich oven and maintain proper accurate paperwork.
• Inspect vacuum pump and steam dewax units daily.
• Place molds on wire trucks.

CuttingAlloy

• Identify weight and properly locate alloy into the alloy bins.
• Maintain proper alloy ticket rundown for each oven.
• Pull alloy tickets for cutting alloy and retrieve alloy needed for specific jobs.
• Cut alloy to proper weight, chamfer alloy on both ends, knock out dust and weld hooks or two-piece charges as needed.
• Load alloy for shipment to HLC.
• Maintain equipment as needed for daily use, including changing belts and blades.
• Maintain proper and accurate paperwork.
• To hold valid Fork Truck license and be able to perform position of Alloy Cutter.

Material Cutter

• Make a list of molds coming off of dewax return rail including job number and quantity.
• Locate mold wrap instructions in file cabinet.
• Cut materials to proper size.
• Place cut material with instructions on wire shelving for mold wrappers to retrieve.
• Work with engineers on new wrap instructions.
• Maintain proper and accurate paperwork.

Mold Wrappers

• Retrieve molds from mold inspector or mold wrap staging area.
• Locate proper wrap instructions and cut material from cut area.
• Follow instructions to wrap molds and after wrapping, place molds in preheat staging area.
• Work with engineers on new/improved wrap instructions.
• Maintain proper and accurate paperwork.

Oven Pushers

• Locate molds going into ovens.
• Check for proper job numbers, lot numbers and mold quantity.
• Cross check mold serial number with lot trace sheets and/or process routers.
• Place molds on oven tray per load instruction.
• Push mold into oven when red light comes on and enter lot trace sheets into the systems.
• Maintain proper and accurate paperwork.

Chamber Loaders

• Probe ovens for proper temperature.
• Remove molds from oven and place into vacuum chamber.
• Remove molds from vacuum chamber after cast and apply post cast cooling agent.
• Set-up lower casting unit for each job as needed.

Qualifications

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:

• Ability to read/write.
• 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 intermittently of various items. Typically, assistance would be provided for weights exceeding 35 pounds.
• Good manual dexterity to operate computer equipment and precision measuring instruments.
• 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 approximately 90% of the time.
• Gripping.
• Clean work areas and maintain a clean work environment; perform 5S cleaning activities as required.

Equipment Used:

• Hand Tools.
• Alloy cutting saw.
• Fork Truck.
• Steam Autoclave Welder.

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.