Production Worker (Wax Utility Worker - 3rd Shift)
Howmet Aerospace, Dover, NJ, United States
Wax Utility Worker
Howmet Aerospace is currently looking for a Wax Utility Worker to join our Howmet Casting located in Dover, New Jersey. The work hours for this Midnight position are Sunday Night - Thursday Night 10:00PM - 6:00A. Training on Day Shift M-F 6:00A - 2:00P for several months.
New Hire Starting Hourly Rate: $25.66; After 12 Months: $28.31
Position will receive an hourly "shift premium" while assigned to an off-shift
We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, matching 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Performance Pay Bonus, Paid Time Off, Wellness Programs, EAP Program (free local gym membership) as well as other discounted benefits
Provides support to wax assembly to ensure production targets are achieved. Operators will rotate thru sprue injection, plate making and Workcell job preparation (Kitting) in both DS and Equiax applications.
Expected to assist in the implementation of EHS Values and policy statements and accompanying principals.
Comply with all department, facility, corporate and regulatory EHS regulations.
Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Report all job related illness and injuries (Per Employee Handbook).
Report all safety, health and environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
Attend all EHS training.
Assist in transporting cores/waxes between DS Wax and EQ Wax.
Provide Wax Cells with all materials needed to produce wax molds, including lot travelers, cups, sprues, prepared plates, ceramics, engraver numbers, patterns, and trucks.
Sprue injection
Must setup own dies and return to proper location
Fill sprue presses with wax.
Read and interpret all setup drawings.
Prepare plates for use in D/S S/C Wax Assembly & over dipping of Wax Molds as needed.
Construct gates, sprues, runners, etc., when necessary.
Uses fixtures and plates as required by instruction.
Maintains own production records.
Works in safe manner, follows all applicable safety rules.
Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
Unload incoming shipments of materials.
Perform other duties as assigned by Group Leader or Supervisor.
Perform subassemblies and sprue preparation for Equiax Wax Work Cells.
Maintains Heijukka Board if in use
Frequent review of the assembly cell's needs
Assembly of the base plates including adding wax to the base plate, attaching center poles, use of a torque wrench to tighten bolts;
Frequent carrying of both plates and finished molds to and from the assembly cells;
Maintaining any plate and pole storage area organized and taking material to and from those areas.
Frequent standing or sitting.
Use of injection machines, computers, turn tables, hot knives and lifting devices.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Basic Qualifications
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.
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.
No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Candidates residing within a 50 miles radius of Dover NJ will only be considered.
High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
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 $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, 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.
Howmet Aerospace is currently looking for a Wax Utility Worker to join our Howmet Casting located in Dover, New Jersey. The work hours for this Midnight position are Sunday Night - Thursday Night 10:00PM - 6:00A. Training on Day Shift M-F 6:00A - 2:00P for several months.
New Hire Starting Hourly Rate: $25.66; After 12 Months: $28.31
Position will receive an hourly "shift premium" while assigned to an off-shift
We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, matching 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Performance Pay Bonus, Paid Time Off, Wellness Programs, EAP Program (free local gym membership) as well as other discounted benefits
Provides support to wax assembly to ensure production targets are achieved. Operators will rotate thru sprue injection, plate making and Workcell job preparation (Kitting) in both DS and Equiax applications.
Expected to assist in the implementation of EHS Values and policy statements and accompanying principals.
Comply with all department, facility, corporate and regulatory EHS regulations.
Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Report all job related illness and injuries (Per Employee Handbook).
Report all safety, health and environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
Attend all EHS training.
Assist in transporting cores/waxes between DS Wax and EQ Wax.
Provide Wax Cells with all materials needed to produce wax molds, including lot travelers, cups, sprues, prepared plates, ceramics, engraver numbers, patterns, and trucks.
Sprue injection
Must setup own dies and return to proper location
Fill sprue presses with wax.
Read and interpret all setup drawings.
Prepare plates for use in D/S S/C Wax Assembly & over dipping of Wax Molds as needed.
Construct gates, sprues, runners, etc., when necessary.
Uses fixtures and plates as required by instruction.
Maintains own production records.
Works in safe manner, follows all applicable safety rules.
Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
Unload incoming shipments of materials.
Perform other duties as assigned by Group Leader or Supervisor.
Perform subassemblies and sprue preparation for Equiax Wax Work Cells.
Maintains Heijukka Board if in use
Frequent review of the assembly cell's needs
Assembly of the base plates including adding wax to the base plate, attaching center poles, use of a torque wrench to tighten bolts;
Frequent carrying of both plates and finished molds to and from the assembly cells;
Maintaining any plate and pole storage area organized and taking material to and from those areas.
Frequent standing or sitting.
Use of injection machines, computers, turn tables, hot knives and lifting devices.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Basic Qualifications
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.
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.
No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Candidates residing within a 50 miles radius of Dover NJ will only be considered.
High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
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 $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, 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.