Saw Operator

Howmet Aerospace; Barberton (OH); On-site; USD 23,423 - 33,360; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Life, Dental and Vision Plans

401(k) Program with a Company Match

Paid vacation accrual

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is looking for motivated candidates for an entry-level manufacturing position in Barberton, Ohio. The role involves operating production equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and participating in team activities.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and some manufacturing experience. The position offers a starting pay of $20.61 per hour plus a shift differential for night shifts, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 1 year of manufacturing experience is required.
• Ability to be Mobile Equipment and LOTOV Certified.

Responsibilities

• Operates production equipment to meet quality and production targets.
• Follows all safety procedures.
• Performs compliance checks and completes relevant paperwork.

Skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to read and understand warning labels

Manufacturing experience

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or 2 years work experience

Job description

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.

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. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [e-mail]

Basic Qualifications

• Training will be provided to the selected candidate! Entry level candidates encouraged to apply!
• Ability to read and understand all warning labels, JSA and MSDS
• Ability to be Mobile Equipment and LOTOV Certified
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• 1 years manufacturing experience
• High School Diploma, GED, or 2 years work experience
• Employee 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

• Foundry or casting experience is preferred
• Manufacturing experience

Physical Demands

• Lifting: Medium – Lift on an occasional basis a maximum of 40 pounds with 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)
• Noise: Constantly (greater than 80% of workday)

Position Summary

Operates production equipment to meet quality and production targets. This position will require operators to regularly rotate between duties.

Essential Duties

• Follows all safety procedures
• Operates one or more pieces of equipment in a safe and efficient manner to produce quality products while keeping a quick pace
• Performs compliance checks and completes paperwork, documentation and reports
• Completes required paperwork
• Participates in TPM activities
• Ensures that 5S requirements are met
• Assists in problem solving of identified problems in the department
• Clean equipment and lubricate to keep in like-new condition.
• Inspects equipment to identify and correct potential failures.
• Use error-proof/mistake-proof techniques to prevent failure.
• Identify, respond to, document problems and resolve to root cause.
• Analyze equipment performance data (via computer) to improve performance.
• Perform basic maintenance and lubrication tasks to prevent failure (TPM concepts).
• Participate in team meetings and provide suggestions to continuously improve all processes
• Operate hoist, trucks and other power-driven equipment.
• Work from standards, develop and revise as necessary to improve processes, eliminate waste and manage scrap.
• Operate all equipment as necessary and monitor system performance.
• Document saw blade, other tooling component changes to improve process-
• Determine and requisition required materials.
• Set-up, adjust and tend manual or automatic controlled robots and lubricating equipment.
• Control lubricant emissions to protect environment.
• Collect, analyze and react to production data.
• Perform quality checks, record data, and provide adjustments to achieve product requirements.
• Set-up and adjust equipment, measurements etc. and monitor for consistent performance.
• Maintain identity of product (tracking) through the process.
• Use computer to obtain historical info for problem solving.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Receive stock and approve deliveries and shipments.
• Operate Mobile Equipment

Benefits

We offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with financial security, health, and well-being.

• Medical, Life, Dental and Vision Plans
• 401(k) Program with a Company Match
• Performance Pay based on company results
• Paid vacation accrual
• 10 annual paid holidays
• Employee discount programs

Starting at $20.61/hr with an additional $1.00/hr shift differential for night crew. 8 Hour Shift Opportunities Available.