Tooling Specialist III- Wire EDM Operator, 1st Shift

Howmet; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 29,163 - 49,579; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) seeks a Tooling Specialist III - Wire EDM Operator, 1st shift, for our Fullerton, CA aerospace manufacturing facility. The role involves preparing, setting up and operating multiple Wire EDM machines, reading prints, and performing precision measurements to ensure conformance to specifications.

Requirements include 3+ years in Wire EDM operation, ability to interpret blueprints, and knowledge of tolerances to +/-0.0005.

Qualifications

• Operate and set up Agie wire EDM machines or equivalent.
• Interpret instructions from blueprints/sketches.
• Meet precise tolerances of +/-0.0005.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Wire EDM machines.
• Read prints and use precision measuring tools.
• Maintain machines and perform preventive maintenance.
• Train future Operators as necessary.
• Keep work area clean and safe.

Skills

Wire EDM operation

Blueprint interpretation

Tolerances +/-0.0005

Multiple machine operation

Preventive maintenance

Mastercam Wire EDM

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Agie Wire EDM machines

Mastercam Wire EDM

Job description

Responsibilities

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Tooling Specialist III - Wire EDM Operator, 1st shift at our aerospace manufacturing facility in the Fullerton, CA location.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares, sets up and operates multiple Wire EDM machines.
• Independently makes complete set up of multiple tools in fixtures.
• Maintains machines and performs maintenance as needed.
• Works from prints, charts, sketches or oral instruction when needed.
• Read prints and uses precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers and depth micrometers to check parts for conformance to specifications.
• After set-up and ran checks parts against drawings to verify compliance.
• Follows all safety procedures including but not limited Lock/Tag/Verify.
• Will train future Operators as necessary or required.
• Parts to be lifted and/or transported may weigh up to 30 lbs.
• Keeps work area clean (and equipment), safe and in an orderly fashion on a daily basis.
• Performs other tasks of equal or lesser skill as required.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Able to operate and set up Agie wire EDM machines or equivalent.
• Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or verbal from blueprints and or sketches.
• Able to work accurately to meet precise tolerances of (+ - .0005).
• Material knowledge of tool steels and carbide.
• Maintain proper identification of parts and ensure accurate, reliable records are documented and maintained.
• Able to operate more than one machine at a time.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment operated.
• Knowledge of Mastercam Wire EDM programming a plus.
• Minimum 3 years related experience in operating and setting up Wire EDM machines, or equivalent previous experience with a fastener manufacturing company.
• 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.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift/move 30 lbs. (may not exceed per EHS policies).
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years' experience in machinery operations and progressive dies.
• High school diploma or GED.

Benefits/Salary

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package available day one of hire, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $21.17 - $35.99.

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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