We are currently seeking to fill the role of a: Finishing Tech / Heat Treat Operator on 2nd and 3rd shift.
SUMMARY:
The Finishing Tech / Heat Treat Operator will operate heat treat furnaces and ultrasonic degreaser. Follow operational sheets and maintain all quality records including calibration checks
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure sure parts are clean and have been ultrasonic cleaned and dried if required, prior to loading into the furnace.
- Set up and run furnaces to operation sheet requirements.
- Execute the production schedule for heat treat.
- Verify heat treat charts.
- Perform special process certified operations such as shot peen, waterflow, airflow etc.…as required.
- Inspect materials to operation sheet requirements.
- Set-up and run airflow, waterflow and shot peen.
- Perform inspections of high visual concentration.
- Resolve problems as required; contact Quality Engineer or Special Processes Engineer as needed.
- Maintain all quality records.
- Unpack and load material, review and replace totes and liners if necessary.
- Split routers.
- Perform 6S audits and other area requirements including end of shift clean up.
- Input serial list numbers into heat treat data base.
- Follow policies and procedures as outlined in Employee Handbook.
- Actively participate, promote and comply with all EHS, Quality programs and policies.
- Maintain FPI Level I and or Visual Inspection certification.
- Maintain acceptable attendance.
- Perform all other job duties as assigned.
Minimum starting salary $21.00
Shift differentials: 2nd shift/ $2.00, 3rd shift $3.00 - Ability to train on 1st shift for several months if required.
- External hires are eligible for a $3,000 sign on bonus.
- Benefit package includes:
- Medical, With coverage on day one!
- Dental, Visual, Vacation, and more.
- Excellent 401K match
- Growth Potential
- Referral Bonus Program
- Overtime incentives
Quality Statement
The products we manufacture are used in important industries. Transporting goods and people; the defense of our country; critical energy infrastructure for hospitals and public safety. Livelihoods and lives depend upon the products we manufacture. What we do as an organization is important and the first, and best, “line of defense” against non-conforming products escaping to our customers is you. A simple message: don’t take it, don’t make it, and don’t pass it.
QualificationsEDUCATION:
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Skills and Abilities:
- Use of addition, subtraction, multiplication and the division of numbers including decimal and fractions.
- Simple use of formulas, charts tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, writing diagrams, computer
- Scanning devices, use of adjustable measuring instruments; checking of reports, forms, records and
- Comparable data, where interpretation is required involving basic skills knowledge.
Physical Demands:
- May be required to work with parts weighing 1 pound to 60 pounds using mechanical and manual assistance as needed.
- Must pass visual acuity test. Required repetitive motion of hands, wrists and arms.
Eligibility:
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 entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.
About Us
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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Skills Required
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred
- Ability to work with mechanical and manual assistance as needed
Howmet Aerospace Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Howmet Aerospace and has not been reviewed or approved by Howmet Aerospace.
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Retirement Support — Retirement contributions include an automatic employer contribution plus a strong dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match for eligible U.S. salaried employees, enhancing total compensation. Feedback highlights retirement benefits as a relative strength compared with many large manufacturers.
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Healthcare Strength — Core health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, and feedback suggests the health plans are viewed positively. Health coverage is frequently characterized as solid and reliable.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered decent or competitive in many roles and locations, with hourly positions often able to lift earnings through overtime. Feedback indicates salary ranges for common technical roles align with broader aerospace manufacturing markets.
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What We Do
Howmet Aerospace Inc., 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. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company’s differentiated technologies enable lighter, more fuel-efficient aircraft to operate with a lower carbon footprint.







