Quality Tech

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. The Company's sales for 2021 approximated $5 billion. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company's differentiated technologies promote more fuel efficiency for aircraft and commercial transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com, including content shared during the Company's May 2022 Technology Day.

General Summary:

Personnel are directly involved in the inspection of product in the in-process and final inspection areas. The incumbent will use and train other on precision inspection tools and equipment, manufacturing drawings (blueprints), and procedures/instructions in their activities to ensure acceptance of product to specifications and requirements. Incumbent must know and perform all other inspections including; MRB inspection, receiving inspection, and final inspection. Must be able to gather, analyze, and evaluate data in order to make independent decisions in support of product improvement activities. Incumbent must be familiar with manufacturing processes and product flow.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Must be able to read and interpret work instructions, routers, blue prints, drawings, and specifications
• Must be able to gather, analyze, and evaluate data in order to make independent decisions in accordance with company policies and objectives
• Incumbent must be familiar with manufacturing processes and product flow to troubleshoot and rectify product issues
• Must be able to communicate critical decision making to management
• Prepare, develop, and modify inspection documentation as required by work instructions
• Must be able to communicate with multiple departments including; Engineering, Manufacturing, Planning, etc
• Train new employees in inspection positions as required
• Perform Dimensional Inspection of all characteristics of manufactured products
• Perform AS9102 1^st Article inspection using appropriate drawings or specifications to verify part acceptability
• Must be proficient and able to train others in First Article requirements per AS9102
• Know and understand Federal Aviation Administration requirements and impacts on the business
• Evaluate MRB disposition for accuracy and acceptability
• Actively lead process improvement initiatives
• Keep work area clean, safe and in orderly fashion
• Comply with all safety policies, procedure, and practices. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources
• Participate in proactive team effort to achieve departmental and company goals
• Routine duties are performed with minimal or no supervision
• Prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Generate and review certificate of conformance of inspection result, lab testing, vendor certificates, etc.
• Performs with efficiency, the following:
  • In-process and final inspections
  • Receiving inspection
• Performs other tasks of equal or lesser skill as required.

Experience and Background:

• Able to read and interpret work instructions, routers, blueprints, drawing and specifications
• Able to gather, analyze and evaluate data in order to make decisions in accordance with company policies and objectives
• Familiar with manufacturing processes and product flow to troubleshoot and rectify issues
• Able to communicate critical decision making to management
• Prepare, develop, and modify inspection documentation
• Proficient and able to train others in First Article requirements per AS9102
• Know and understand Federal Aviation Administration requirements and impacts on the business

Education:
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred;

Source Inspectors FAA ODA Certified

Basic Qualification

• Minimum of 5-years of experience in Quality source inspection
• 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.
• 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, 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 salary range for this position is $27.00 to $35.00.