Engineering Tech - Product/Process (Split 2nd/3rd Shift)

Howmet Engines is a world-class producer of aero engine and industrial gas turbine components, including airfoils, rings, disks and forgings. We excel in vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts that enable the next generation of quieter, more fuel-efficient aero engines and cleaner power generation. Howmet Dover Casting is a world-class supplier of complex, investment-cast turbine airfoils and other components for the aircraft engine and industrial gas turbine industries. Howmet Dover Alloy is a world-class supplier of vacuum and air-melted nickel- and cobalt-based superalloys to aerospace, gas turbine, medical and other high-technology industrial markets.

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking a Process/Product Engineering Technician to join our Casting Facility located in Dover, New Jersey. This afternoon shift will be Monday to Thursday 6PM-4:30AM. Training will be on 1st shift Monday to Friday 6AM-2:30PM for several months

This position will receive an hourly "shift premium" while assigned to an off-shift.

Along with your pay, our company provides you with a comprehensive package of benefits that is competitive with other leading companies. Some of our benefits include: Paid vacation each year, based on length of service; 13 paid holidays per year; 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, company may match a percentage of your pre-tax contributions; Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period; Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire; Employee Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Assistance Program; Free fitness center membership.

The primary role of the Engineering Technician is to provide technical support to the manufacturing team during midnight shift. In order to do this, the technician will initially spend time training with the technical engineering team on 1^st shift. This individual would be responsible for addressing issues communicated via shift reports and compiling information for the engineering team. The individual will also be involved in all critical to success engineering actions and be responsible for carrying information and instruction to the midnight shift.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review all shift reports and interact with each department to improve product flow.
• Coordinate with product/process engineering to understand risk of deviations.
• Investigate shop floor issues to improve safety, productivity, reduce scrap, and variations in the process.
• Carry through critical engineering actions to midnight shift.
• Work with process owners and process owner technicians to reduce process variation.
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with others.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS (Key Elements that are Necessary for Job Completion)

• Communicate technical information.
• Make decisions based on risk assessment.
• Compile root cause analysis reports.
• Flexible work hours for initial training. Midnight shift final position.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet EHS value and policy statement and its accompanying principles.
• Comply with all department, facility, Corporate and Regulatory EH&S regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment.
• Report all job-related illness and injuries. (Per employee handbook).
• Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
• Attend all EH&S training.

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 50 miles radius of Dover NJ will only be considered.
• High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• 1 year working in a manufacturing environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Organization and communicate effectively
• Familiar with the use of PC and statistical software.
• Microsoft Word and Excel Skills
• Working knowledge of general statistics and SPC
• Associate's degree from an accredited institution in Technology or Engineering, Vocational technology degree or certification.
• Two years of college, technical training, or equivalent experience.
• Basic Computer skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/EQUIPMENT USED:

• Computer and Related Hardware
• Some minor lifting of parts, up to 25 pounds.
• PPE required includes metatarsal shoes, hearing protection and safety glasses.

Disclaimer

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.