Laser Weld Technician

Howmet Aerospace in Branford, CT is currently hiring highly motivated and energetic candidates to join their team. Howmet Aerospace is a leading provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries worldwide. The Branford facility is focused on producing jet engine components that are essential for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications. With over 50 years of experience in the Branford facility, we are proud to contribute to the development of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines, and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, please visit www.howmet.com.

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Job Summary:

We are currently looking for a candidate to fill the role of Laser Weld Technician on the 2^nd or 3^rd shift. This position is responsible for the set up and operation of laser powder welding equipment and the operation of a variety of polishing equipment including, Bader (belt-sander), bench grinder and hand-held air tools.

Job Responsibilities:

Job responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operates laser-beam machine, which produces heat from concentrated light beam, to weld metal components.
• Positions metal components in fixture and places components on fixture-holding table inside cavity.
• Types instructions into computer that automatically places fixture-holding table in operative position.
• Sights reference mark through computer and turns controls to move fixture to welding position.
• Types instructions to initiate weld cycle and to return fixture-holding table to unload position.
• Cleans system, using vacuum
• All training for this position is provided on the job.

Job Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Candidate must be able to read and write in English
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-3 Years of manufacturing experience highly desired.
• Experience running manufacturing equipment, advanced math skills, and leadership qualities preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence or documentation.
• Good math skills with the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Good organizational skills in maintaining a variety of records and reports.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will usually work in a shop environment with exposure to loud noise, heat/fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and moving mechanical parts with a risk of electrical shock.

Compensation

• This position offers a starting rate of pay at $21.25 with a $1,000 sign-on bonus following the successful completion of 6 months of employment.
• Comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day of employment.
• Submit your resume today for consideration!

Disclaimer

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.