Engineering Tech - Casting Process

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 Engineering Tech to join our Howmet Casting located in Dover, New Jersey. The work hours for this Afternoon Shift will be 2PM-10PM. Training on day shift.

Anticipated Pay Range: $25.47 - $29 per hour.  *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

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

We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, matching 401K, Life Insurance,  Short Term Disability, Performance Pay Bonus,  Paid Time Off, Wellness Programs, EAP Program (free local gym membership)  as  well as other discounted benefits

The Engineering Technician supports all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the Casting Department; including programming, equipment testing, operation, trouble shooting, and repair; he or she also maintains detailed reports of Process issues and applied solutions related to casting deviations and aborted casting cycles.

• Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet Aerospace 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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

• Understand and assist manufacturing in compliance to all department activity instructions and job specific product criteria

• Team with manufacturing to complete Casting Unit Set-up to assure compliance to requirements and specifications

• Program castings units for specific critical variables such as alloy melting cycle and alloy pouring profile which will become automated for the purpose of eliminating Casting operator variation

• Liaison between manufacturing, manufacturing leadership, and maintenance to make technical decisions to protect product quality

• Identify equipment issues and follow systems to initiate repairs 

• Compile and analyze data for Engineering regarding process deviations

• Compile information for monthly process management

• Team with Manufacturing to determine root cause and corrective action for all issues affecting casting deviations and aborted casting cycles

• Assist Casting PO with developing Area Instructions and completing Training with manufacturing operators and supervision

• Assist Casting PO with monitoring and completion of evaluations

• Assist manufacturing in 5S efforts and initiatives

• Adhere to regimented Daily Standard Work and complete daily report as communication tool for next shift

• Coordinate the purchase and storage of critical spare parts for casting department

• Coordinate the quotation and requisition of refurbishment for all casting melt coils, susceptor coils and cooling coils