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　　Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

　　Our state-of-the-art investment casting facility in LaPorte, Indiana is seeking Post Cast Operators to join our team. Nestled halfway between South Bend and Chicago, along the shores of Lake Michigan - our facility in LaPorte, Indiana supplies jet engine components to some of the most trusted names in the Aerospace industry.

　　Job Summary

　　Work as a team member, under general supervision to remove, clean, cut and verify castings in the post cast area.

　　Essential Functions

　　Read and interpret PWI (work instructions).

　　Lifting (max. 35#).

　　Long periods of standing.

　　Push/Pull/Twisting.

　　Basic knowledge of computer hardware and software applications.

　　Vision Standards.

　　Job Responsibilities:

　　A fulltime Post Cast Operator will be able to proficiently perform a minimum of 3 of the following:

　　Knockout.

　　Low Temp / Autoclave.

　　Cutoff/ Grinding / CNC / Waterblast / Revert Processing.

　　Sandblast/ Expediting/ Vibratory.

　　Acid Etch.

　　Primary Inspection.

　　Basic Qualifications:

　　High School diploma or GED equivalency required.

　　Must demonstrate 2 years of continuous work experience OR 6 months of manufacturing experience.

　　Lifting, reading, fork lift driving.

　　Understanding of Computers (basic hardware and software).

　　Use of hand tools.

　　Mechanical aptitude.

　　Team concept orientation.

　　Vision standards.

　　Capable of doing multiple tasks.

　　Accurate labor reporting.

　　Verify quality of work (work tolerance, recognize defects).

　　Remove excess gating.

　　Calibrated measurements of chemicals.

　　Ability to become a certified operator (ie: autoclave, etch, alloy verification).

　　Experience in chemical and manufacturing equipment usage preferred.

　　Physical Demands

　　The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　Employee is required to execute the following:

　　Occasional bending, reaching, pushing and pulling when retrieving and moving various items.

　　Lifting approximately 50% of the time. Typically, assistance would be provided for weights exceeding 35 pounds.

　　Good manual dexterity Position may require more than eight hours daily and more than five days weekly to complete work assignments.

　　Squatting / crouching when retrieving stored items from lower shelves and file cabinets, making equipment / product inspections, etc.

　　Standing 80% of the time.

　　Visual requirements for this position are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

　　Chemical related jobs require wearing a chemical suit 90% of the shift; this also includes possibly wearing hard hat, gloves, sleeves and a long coat.

　　Clean work areas and maintain a clean work environment; perform 5S cleaning activities as required.

　　Chemical related jobs require wearing a chemical suit 90% of the shift; this also includes possibly wearing hard hat, gloves, sleeves and a long coat.

　　Equipment Used

　　Cutoff Saw.

　　Grinding equipment.

　　CNC equipment.

　　Hand tools.

　　Blast equipment.

　　Chemical bath equipment.

　　Air arc/plasma cut.

　　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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which required a U.S. person status. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

　　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 2022 approximated $5.7 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.

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　　Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

　　We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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