
AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN - Thermatech
Howmet, Whitehall, MI, United States
Duration: Full Time
Job Info
Job Identification
117341
Job Category
Operations
Posting Date
04/23/2026, 07:34 PM
Locations
One Misco Drive, Whitehall, MI, 49461-1799, 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
Howmet Aerospace is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.
This Automation Technician will be in our Plant 4, Thermatech Operations. This position will provide oversight for sustaining operation and repair of automated equipment. They will assist product, process and manufacturing engineers to improve operating processes, cycle times, quality, OEE & labor utilization by use of automating processes.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of one year working in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
- 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
- Associate Degree in a technical discipline.
- Hands-on relevant experience evaluating automated equipment and processes and solving automated equipment issues.
- Robotic programming skills to refine movement using various controllers.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Must be PC literate in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Good mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
- Experience using industrial controllers.
- Ability to read mechanical prints and electrical prints.
- Good methodical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment and related issues.
- Must be organized with the discipline to solve problems with permanent solutions.
About Us
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 TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com