LAYOUT INSPECTOR - Whitehall Casting

Howmet; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet is hiring a Layout Inspector for their Whitehall Casting Operation in Michigan. The role involves providing dimensional inspections of structural castings to support engineering and manufacturing operations. Key responsibilities include operating CMMs, generating inspection reports, and maintaining measurement equipment.

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and have experience with blueprint interpretation and basic metrology equipment. This position requires a team-oriented attitude and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Two years of post high school work experience or six months manufacturing experience.
• Experience interpreting blueprints and knowledge of GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Operate CMMs and Blue Light Scan Machines for production support.
• Develop and modify inspection programs.
• Verify dimensional portions of First Article Inspection Reports.

Skills

Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)

Blueprint interpretation

Basic metrology equipment operation

Microsoft Office applications

Communication skills

Advanced Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PC-DMIS software

GOM/ATOS software

Job description

This off-shift Layout Inspector position will be located in our Whitehall Casting Operation. The Layout Inspector will provide accurate dimensional inspections of structural castings to support engineering and manufacturing operations and report inspection results per customer and internal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) and Blue Light Scan Machines to support production.
• Develop and modify inspection programs for equipment.
• Generate and verify dimensional portion of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
• Complete custom inspections (Layout requests) as needed for engineering.
• Calibrate and service handheld measurement equipment at a basic level.
• Assist in maintaining tooling and calibration database.
• Assist shop floor with machine and handheld measuring equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years of consistent post high school work experience; or six months manufacturing experience.
• Experience interpreting blueprints and inspection requirements through knowledge of GD&T.
• Operation of basic metrology equipment.
• 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

• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective communication skills.
• Team‑oriented attitude.
• Advanced Math skills in geometry and trigonometry.
• Programming and/or CAD modeling experience.
• Experience with CMM inspection using PC-DMIS software.
• Experience with light scanning using GOM/ATOS software.
• Experience with hard and handheld gauges, measurement, and calibration.

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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