Manufacturing Technician I – Production & Setup

Howmet; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

EAP

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a capable technician to produce parts that meet drawings and specifications, while maintaining and setting up equipment. The role includes training other technicians and ensuring Safety and environmental standards are followed.

The candidate will participate in continuous improvement, manage daily reports, and support production targets in a manufacturing environment compliant with ITAR and U.S. work requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of mechanical experience.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
• ITAR requires U.S. person status (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, asylum seeker or refugee).

Responsibilities

• Produce parts meeting drawings and specifications.
• Set-up and operate assigned equipment.
• Perform SPC measurements and calculations; complete forms or computer entries.
• Order and maintain inventory levels of tooling, gauges and supplies.
• Assemble tooling set-up kits and stage raw materials; perform external setup tasks.
• Train other Technicians as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure safety and environmental standards are followed.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a capable technician to produce parts that meet drawings and specifications, while maintaining and setting up equipment. The role includes training other technicians and ensuring Safety and environmental standards are followed.

The candidate will participate in continuous improvement, manage daily reports, and support production targets in a manufacturing environment compliant with ITAR and U.S. work requirements.