No manufacturing experience? No Problem! Our on-site "Center for Excellence" new hire training program will set you up for success. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire (USA), Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc. is the premier supplier of complete-to-print, high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully-finished casting-based subassemblies and components to industry. The company leads the industry in volume production, reduced lead-times and just-in-time manufacturing. Hitchiner produces castings in hundreds of different alloys for a broad spectrum of global markets and customers that include the leaders in the automotive, aerospace, and other industries.
We offer an enriching environment where learning and growing become part of your career. Hitchiner is dedicated to fostering the professional growth and development of our employees. We offer upward mobility and internal promotions.
Benefits:
Hitchiner offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Onsite Primary Care at the Hitchiner Health and Resource Center for convenient and no cost preventative, acute and chronic medical and behavioral health services for employees and their dependents.
• Onsite state of the art Gym/Fitness Center, open 24/7 for all employees
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic and Accidental Life Insurance (company paid)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
• 401K (pre-tax and ROTH) with Excellent Company Match and Immediate Vesting
• Company Profit Sharing Plan
• 3 weeks’ Vacation to start; 4 weeks’ Vacation at 5 Years; 5 weeks’ Vacation 10 years seniority
• We set you up for success with our “Center for Excellence” onsite training center for new hires and existing employees to improve new learning and continuous growth
• Training and Educational Assistance Programs

Primary Function:
Employ Grain Inspection and/or Nondestructive Test Operations to inspect castings to required techniques, standards, and specifications.
Tools and Equipment:
X-Ray machines, acquisition system, review system, film developing unit, black light lamps, densitometers, film step wedges, penetrameters, shim blocks, light meters, calipers, hoist, x-ray collector, proto Laue software, etch tanks, Geiger counter, Stereoscope, microscope, rulers, micrometers, fixtures, computers, film viewers, various dip tanks containing emulsifier, penetrant, water, ferric acid, phosphoric acid, anodic solution, and other solutions, drying unit, powder application unit, baskets, timers. Cast metal parts is the primary product to be tested. Ceramic Cores and other like material may also be inspected.
Materials:
Castings, acidic & caustic solutions
Working Procedure:
The following are the usual major job duties, but this job description does not preclude the performance of other duties as assigned by the supervisor:

• Work under the direct observation and guidance of a level II or Level III
• Operate all equipment as described
• Must be able to function well as a member of a team
• Receive parts from finishing or other areas. Ensure all operations are complete and are signed off
• Follow work instructions, and determine parameters that need to be used for a job per outlined
• Retrieve all applicable specifications, techniques, and folders necessary for jobs.
• Must follow all safety requirements of job as outlined on the job safety card
• Perform other duties or tasks related to the method and as assigned by the supervisor
• Complete all paperwork associated with the job. Correctly maintain all forms and instruction sheets
• Maintain a clean and orderly working environment
• Inform your supervisor about problems that occur
• May be required to handle hazardous waste by collecting and transferring the waste into proper containers at satellite storage areas or storage areas and assuring that the containers are properly inspected, labeled, and closed as required. Must follow correct instruction for handling hazardous waste and report any deviations to supervisor immediately. Must attend yearly instruction in hazardous waste handling and review of current procedures if job duties could affect non-compliance.

Special Skills and/or Experience:
Basic understanding of metallography and alloy grain structure desired.
Previous experiences in a casting plant or grain etch line preferable.
Vision requirement 20/20 or better, per J1 standard and well as color perception.
Some computer skills necessary, demonstrated familiarity with Excel spreadsheets.
Must be able to demonstrate basic math skills such as understanding % calculations, multiplication and division required to calculate adjustments to melt chemistry through testing
Strong communication skills to collaborate with other departments
Must be able to work independently.
Must be able to work flexible hours when necessary to cover other shifts and complete a fair share of the overtime workload.
Requires sufficient strength and physical dexterity to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
Minimum Education Requirements:
Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status.
For more information or questions, please contact Katie Demmons at 603-732-1503 or katie_demmons@hitchiner.com.