IGT Casting Process Lead – Foundry Excellence

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Hampton, VA seeks a Process Owner for IGT Casting to lead mold preheat and casting processes, ensuring conformance to specifications for various casting families.

The role collaborates with engineering and manufacturing to meet plant objectives while driving process improvements on the shop floor. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Material Science or Metallurgy or related field, with proficiency in Six Sigma, MS Office, and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Material Science or Metallurgy preferred.
• U.S. work authorization required; export controls apply.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimize mold preheat and casting processes for Equiax, DS, single crystal, and/or fine grain variants.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing & Engineering to meet plant objectives.
• Write and approve work instructions for areas of responsibility.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Self-directed

Analytical thinking

Engineering concepts

Standard work

Six Sigma

MS Office

SQL/Minitab

Lean Manufacturing

3D modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Material Science or Metallurgy

Related engineering degree acceptable with experience

Tools

MS Office

SQL

Minitab

SolidWorks/NX/ProCAST

Job description

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Hampton, VA seeks a Process Owner for IGT Casting to lead mold preheat and casting processes, ensuring conformance to specifications for various casting families.

The role collaborates with engineering and manufacturing to meet plant objectives while driving process improvements on the shop floor. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Material Science or Metallurgy or related field, with proficiency in Six Sigma, MS Office, and problem-solving.