Production Assembler

Howmet; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet is seeking a Production Assembler to join our manufacturing team in Skokie, IL. In this role, you will perform assembly operations while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate should have a strong attention to detail, basic math skills, and the ability to perform physical tasks including frequent lifting and standing for long hours. We offer a competitive salary starting at $19.00/hr with bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform basic math: addition, subtraction, multiplication.
• Must handle continuous standing for 8-10 hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform various assembly operations safely.
• Operate manufacturing equipment per SOPs.
• Inspect components to maintain quality standards.

Skills

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Quality and safety orientation

Flexibility in work assignments

Job description

Responsibilities

Salary Range: $19.00/hr + Annual Bonus Eligibility

Shift: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm

Position Overview: As a Production Assembler, you'll be a part of our manufacturing team located in Skokie, IL.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely perform a variety of assembly operations, complying with all environmental, health and safety policies and procedures
• Operate a variety of manufacturing equipment following established Standard Operating Procedures
• Assist with line set ups, start up and maintaining a clean and orderly work area
• Maintain quality standards as described in the quality system by visually inspecting parts, components and subassemblies
• Recognize and solve minor problems that arise
• Perform any necessary material handling requirements of the job
• Perform other duties that may be assigned

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Ability to perform basic math add, subtract, multiply whole numbers, fractions and decimals
• Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement
• Strong attention to detail
• Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge
• Ability to read and understand procedure, routers and instruction
• Flexibility in work assignments
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change
• Must be able to continuously perform grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and walking
• Must be able to handle continuous standing 8-10 hours daily
• Must be able to perform frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work daily, weekly overtime and weekend as required
• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required

Ability to Commute/Relocate:

• Skokie, IL 60076: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

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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