Wax Injection Tech 2nd shift

Howmet Aerospace
Dover, NJ

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 Wax Injection Tech to add to the Dover NJ location. 

The work hours for this shift are:

 Afternoon shift  Monday to Friday 2PM-10PM

Training would be Monday - Friday 6:30AM - 3PM for several months

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.

Anticipated Pay Range: $25 .50- $30.00 per hour.  *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Engineering Technician supports all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the Wax Injection 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 Wax Injection deviations and scrap related issues.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES 
  • 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 

  • Team with manufacturing to complete Wax Injection die set-up, qualifications and start of run activities to assure compliance to requirements and specifications

  • Trouble shoot wax injection patterns in effort to improve quality

  • Manage Tool Work Orders for parting line and other wax pattern defect repairs

  • Assist Maintenance and Wax PMT with TPM and Maintenance Work Orders

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

  • 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

  • Team with Manufacturing to determine root cause and corrective action for all issues affecting wax pattern quality

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

  • Assist Wax 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

 

 

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