WAX INSPECTOR - Plant 3

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Whitehall Township, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Whitehall, MI, is seeking a full-time on-site Inspector to inspect cored wax patterns and cores using nondestructive radiography, conduct quality audits, and disposition items per engineering specs.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years of manufacturing experience or 6 months of continuous experience. Preferred candidates may have industrial x-ray experience and the ability to read and interpret documents, write routine reports, and communicate

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years work experience; or six months continuous manufacturing experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Inspects cored wax patterns and cores using nondestructive testing (radiography) to find defects.
• Conducts quality audits and dispositions items per engineering specifications.

Skills

Quality inspection

X-ray inspection

Reading & interpreting documents

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

• Locations One Misco Drive, Whitehall, MI, 49461-1799, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• 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

This off-shift position will be located in Plant 3, Whitehall Casting Operation, and inspects cored wax patterns and/or cores using nondestructive testing (radiography) to discover detrimental discontinuities, inclusions, and other irregularities below the surfaces. Conducts quality audits. Dispositions (accepts or rejections) according to engineering specifications. Performs visual inspection on all DS and SC wax clusters prior to dipping them into the monoshell slurry, sorting out thoserequiring rework.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years work experience; or six months continuous manufacturing experience.
• 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 industrial x-ray experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, write routine reports, and have good communication skills

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.