IGT Product Machinist

Howmet Aerospace; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace in Hampton, VA seeks a Product Machinist to tend one or more machine tools and to machine metal and plastic work pieces to exact specifications on production runs.

The role requires reading instructions, setting up drill presses, surface grinders, vertical milling machines, and engine lathes, while meeting tolerances with precision. Candidates must be able to work all shifts, including weekends, and comply with safety and attendance policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year CNC manufacturing experience or training.
• Availability for all shifts including weekends; overtime may be required.
• Authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow work instructions.
• Set up and operate drill presses, surface grinders, milling machines and engine lathes.
• Measure machined parts with calipers, micrometers and other gauges to tight tolerances.
• Log data and track parts using routing cards and company network.
• Perform routine maintenance on tools and machines and keep work area clean.

Skills

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machining

Drill press

Surface grinder

Vertical milling machines

Engine lathe

Job description

• Locations One Howmet Drive, Hampton, VA, 23661, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Remote Work Schedule Availability? None
• 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 opening is with Howmet Aerospace – a world leader in investment casting of superalloys, aluminum and titanium primarily for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbine markets. For more information about Howmet Aerospace, visit us online at www.howmet.com .

Howmet has challenging opportunities for individuals who are excited to engage with us in growing our business. Join us where you will be part of a dedicated team to manufacture high tech products, safely, accurately and efficiently, you will perform a variety of hands‑on operations in accordance with standardized processes within customer specifications.

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking for a Product Machinist(s) to join our Industrial Gas Turbine (IGT) group in Hampton, Virginia. The available shift hours are 2nd shift, M-F 2pm-10pm, 3rd shift, M-F 10pm-6am (starts Sunday night), WE shift, F-Sun 6am-6pm, and WE shift, F-Sun 6pm-6am. Training is 1st shift, M-F 6am-2pm.

This position will receive an hourly “shift premium” of $1.00 p/hr. while assigned to an off shift.

Job Summary: The Product Machinist will tend to one or more machine tools to machine metal and plastic work pieces to specifications on production basis.

Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities:

• Ability to read and follow the information on work instructions.
• Record date either manually or by computer as required.
• Set up and operate drill press, surface grinders, vertical milling machines, and engine lathes in operations to tolerances within ± .0005".
• Capacity to lift work pieces up to 25lbs. manually and/or use hoist for work pieces 25lbs. or over to secure work piece in fixture or device.
• Inspects and use calipers, dial indicators, micrometers, pin gauges, and borematic instruments to measure machined work pieces to verify conformance to specification within ± .0005".
• Logs data on company network and tracks parts by use of routing cards.
• Fabricates parts from sample drawings and/or sketches for use within the plant.
• Makes plastics or other nonmetals to specifications within ± .002".
• Perform routine maintenance by replacing worn machine accessories, such as cutting tools, add coolant to machine reservoirs, file, send, or shape machined parts and clean parts, as necessary.
• Must comply with all company attendance policies and guidelines; this includes, but is not limited to, regular attendance and occasional overtime.
• Ability to work in team environments and individually and work with all levels management, engineering, and other departments.
• Willing to participate in continuous improvements initiatives within our process to enhance the work task.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Applicants must include a resume and two professional references for review and consideration.
• This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• This position requires a minimum of one year of CNC manufacturing experience and/or training.
• Availability for all shifts (including 2nd shift, 3rd shift, and weekend shift) is necessary. The ability to work overtime and weekends is required as schedules may vary based on operational needs; flexibility is essential.
• 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.

About Us

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.

The Howmet engines business produces world‑class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel‑efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.