Basic Requirements:

Minimum 3 years of relevant 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. 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.

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 hourly range for this position is $19-$25.

About Howmet Aerospace

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. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Processing Technician II for our Torrance, CA location. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California.  We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we’re the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.

General Summary:

Coordinates and oversees activities of workers engaged in operating secondary machines to ensure workflow and the productivity of daily goals. Also responsible for set-up, operation, and maintenance of miscellaneous plating machines, processing of parts, meeting print and specification requirements. 

Specific Responsibilities:

Clean parts free of oil and grease per departmental specifications Ensure parts are clean prior to chemical immersion Sort parts to separate media, defected parts, FOD and uniformity Paint, Dip, Hand blast and Tumble parts. Strip all coatings from OD/ID of parts Olive drab chromate with color or clear after CAD Plate Basic knowledge of racking, electroplating and working with inspection equipment Have experience with surface treatment. Machine required to use; Hand Blast, Auto Blast, Tumble DeBurr, Jenfab, Hoist, and Spin Dryer, lube booth equipment Maintains a clean and orderly workplace in accordance with 5S standards Must be flexible in the department needs and able to work mandatory overtime 

Knowledge and Skills:

Must have plating knowledge in department flow Must have basic computer knowledge Must pass chemical processing certification testing Have the ability to read and interpret blue prints, work instructions, policies, and procedures. Working knowledge in manufacturing and quality processes and principles.  Ability to read and understand technical product specifications