Production Operator (Cast House)

Howmet; Barberton (OH); On-site; USD 26,867 - 38,265; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans

401(k) Program with company match

Paid vacation accrual

10 annual paid holidays

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Howmet in Barberton, OH is seeking a dependable entry-level Cast House Associate to work in a production environment. Responsibilities include preparing and operating casting lines, monitoring safety procedures, and team collaboration. Training will be provided for new candidates. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical and 401(k) matching.

This role requires the ability to lift materials and perform tasks in a noisy, non-climate controlled environment. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, with one year of manufacturing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply.
• Training will be provided.
• Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble, and install casting materials and equipment.
• Operate casting lines to cast aluminum billets and inspect cast ingot and scrap.
• Charge furnace safely and control furnace level.

Skills

Ability to read and understand warning labels, JSA, and MSDS

Ability to work in a team environment

Mobile Equipment Certified

Education

High School Diploma or GED

One year of manufacturing experience

Job description

Location

842 Norton Rd, Barberton, OH 44203-1715, United States (On-site)

Responsibilities

12-Hour Crews (7 AM–7 PM and 7 PM–7 AM) available.

Pay: $24.47/hr with an additional $1.00/hr shift differential for night crew.

Take the first step toward a better future with a career at Howmet Aerospace. We seek an energetic and dependable employee who takes pride in their craft. This entry-level, full-time Cast House Associate will work in a production environment.

Company Benefits:

• Medical, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) Program with company match
• Performance pay based on company results
• Paid vacation accrual
• 10 annual paid holidays
• Employee discount programs
• Starting at $23.64/hr + $1.00/hr shift differential for night crew.

What is a Cast House?

The Cast House is a structure that holds an aluminum smelter. Howmet Aerospace's smelters are among the safest in the world. Our modern aluminum smelter requires trained and skilled operators.

Position Summary:

Prepare, assemble, and install casting materials and equipment. Operate casting lines to cast aluminum billets (ingots) and inspect cast ingot and scrap.

Essential Duties:

• Charge furnace safely and control furnace level per standard operating procedures.
• Prepare the casting lines and filter boxes according to standard or special operating procedures.
• Visual inspection of all cast ingots.
• Safely monitor and maintain cast lines per standard operating procedure.
• Ship acceptable ingots per standard operating procedures.

Additional Duties:

• Record operating data onto check sheets and make process adjustments.
• Operate forklift when needed.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Training will be provided; entry-level candidates encouraged to apply.
• Ability to read and understand warning labels, JSA, and MSDS.
• Ability to be Mobile Equipment Certified.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• One year of manufacturing experience.
• High School Diploma, GED, or 2 years of work experience.
• Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility required at time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Foundry or casting experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience.

Physical Demands:

• Lifting: Medium – lift on an occasional basis up to 50 pounds, frequent or constant lifting of 25 pounds.
• Standing: Constantly (greater than 80% of workday).
• Walking: Constantly (greater than 80% of workday).
• Bending and Twisting: Constantly (greater than 80% of workday).
• Temperature extremes: Constantly (greater than 80% of workday in non-climate controlled environment).
• Noise: Constantly (greater than 80% of workday in noisy production environment).

This description is a general statement of duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. This description is not intended to be all-inclusive and other related duties may be assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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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