Job Description
Howmet Engine Systems has an immediate opening for a Forging Machine Operator (Ring Mill/Press/Heat Treat), to assist in the manufacturing process at our facility in Rochester, NY. . Our current need is 12-hour shifts, 5pm-5am.
This position is eligible for $2000. sign-on bonus
Key Responsibilities
- Operate, monitor, and optimize forging and heat-treat equipment, including ring mills, hydraulic presses, expanders, and furnaces, to produce high-quality components that meet production and customer requirements.
- Set up, program, adjust, and troubleshoot equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation and maximize productivity.
- Follow work instructions, process specifications, routers, quality requirements while monitoring critical process variables such as temperature, cycle times, and material handling parameters.
- Perform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, and gauges, to verify product conformance against engineering drawings and specifications.
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and manufacturing documentation to support accurate production and quality outcomes.
- Maintain compliance with AS9100 standards, internal quality systems, and all safety requirements while accurately documenting production data, inspection results, and nonconformance reports.
- Support continuous improvement efforts by minimizing scrap and rework, identifying process improvement opportunities, and collaborating with production, quality, and maintenance teams to resolve issues and enhance performance.
- Conduct routine equipment inspections and assist with preventive maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability and operational readiness.
- Safely operate cranes, forklifts, manipulators, and other material handling equipment while maintaining a clean, organized work environment in accordance with 5S principles.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- At least 6 months experience operating machinery in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment, reading and interpreting blueprints and process documentation, and utilizing precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Minimal knowledge of MS Office or Google Suite for data entry and equipment interfaces
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and reliable attendance
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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in forging operations (ring rolling, open-die, or closed-die forging)
- Familiarity with heat treating processes (quenching, tempering, annealing)
- Experience working within AS9100 or other regulated quality systems
- Experience with CNC or PLC-controlled equipment
- Overhead crane and/or forklift certification
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This position is based in a heavy manufacturing environment and requires:
- Ability to lift and handle materials up to 50 lbs. or more
- Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and repetitive motion
- Comfort working in high-temperature, high-noise environments
- Working safely around heavy machinery and moving equipment
- Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Shift work, overtime, and weekend hours required
Salary Range: $20-25 /hour depending on experience
Let Your Career Take Flight at Howmet Aerospace!
We recognize and reward our employees’ contributions with a competitive total rewards package. This position offers:
- Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision Benefits on Day 1 of employment
- 5% Annual Target Performance Pay
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- 6% company match, plus additional 3% (whether you contribute or not), for a max total of 9% annually
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Employee Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave (up to 3 weeks of 100%-paid leave for parental bonding for the birth or adoption of a child)
Joining our team means being part of a workplace that prioritizes professional development, collaboration, and a supportive culture designed to help you thrive.