Quality Process Controller

Howmet Aerospace; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Quality Process Controller at Howmet Aerospace in Rancho Cucamonga, CA monitors forged production to ensure quality and customer requirements are met. The role performs forge process audits and supports furnace pyrometry compliance to uphold our standards.

We require a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of manufacturing experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. This is a full-time, on-site position with a strong emphasis on safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two years of manufacturing experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Record critical in-process parameters in forge environment including optical pyrometer readings for tooling and material temperatures.
• Extract rolling parameters and tonnage data from specific ring-roll mills/presses.
• Report any in-process non-conformances to the Quality Department and other appropriate parties.
• Maintain and archive documentation as per company procedures.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Info

• Job Identification 118837
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 08/12/2026, 07:23 PM
• Locations 11711 Arrow Route, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 91730, 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

Summary

The Quality Process Controller is responsible for the monitoring the production of forgings to ensure the quality and customer requirements are met. The role also performs forge process audits and supports furnace pyrometry compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Records critical “in process” parameters in forge environment including:
  • Optical pyrometer readings for tooling and material (on and off die) temperature.
  • Furnace soak times and forging time as well as ramp-up time.
• Extracts rolling parameters and tonnage data from specific ring-roll mills/presses.
• Reports any “in process” non-conformances to the Quality Department and other appropriate parties.
• Maintains and archives documentation as per company procedures.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and measure parts in accordance with blueprints.
• Must have correctable vision to meet the requirements of company work instructions and procedures.
• Interface with other departments.
• Must have understanding and knowledge of company procedures and work instructions.
• Maintains a safe and organized workstation and follows all company policy, safety and quality and procedures.
• Performs furnace pyrometry activities (i.e. SAT’s, furnace inspection, etc).
• Support calibration of furnaces, tools and optical pyrometers.
• Perform Quality Forge and Forge Furnace Audits
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Minimum two year of manufacturing experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demand

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk quickly, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear in a load and hot environment. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, or crouch, and climb onto equipment. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Pay

$22-24/ hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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.