High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution preferred

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 requires U.S. person status.  ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Experience and Background:

Entry level position.  Attention to detail and strong communication skills are required.  Previous experience within a manufacturing environment is desired or have a background working with machinery.  Prefer previous hands-on experience using measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers and reading blueprints.  

This position will physically require the incumbent to perform duties standing, walking, overhead reaching, lifting (35 – 40lbs), pushing and pulling totes, and leaning over machines, all equally on a regular basis.

Howmet Aerospace has an opening for an entry level Production Technician for 3rd shift in our Tucson AZ location.  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. 

3rd shift hours: Friday, Saturday and Sunday 5:00am to 6:00pm

Specific Responsibilities Include:

Operate a variety of machine tools, machines to produce precision parts. Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings & engineering information to determine methods, sequence of operations in order to fabricate product.  Measure, examine & test completed units to detect defects.  Fabricate replacement and new parts for facility machinery.  Fabricate, erect, install, and maintain facility machinery.  Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery.  Troubleshoot and repair facility machinery.  Produce, rework and repair various machine tooling within the drawing and specification requirements.  Maintain, clean and secure work area and tools.  Secure equipment when not in use.  Perform other duties as assigned. Adhere to Howmet EH&S, Quality, Continuous Improvements and other Company Policies.