Heat Treat Loader/Unloader Trainee

Responsibilities
Howmet Aerospace in Branford, CT is currently hiring highly motivated and energetic candidates to join their team. Howmet Aerospace is a leading provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries worldwide. The Branford facility is focused on producing jet engine components that are essential for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications. With over 50 years of experience in the Branford facility, we are proud to contribute to the development of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines, and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, please visit

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Job Summary
Performs a variety of work duties involved in heat treat and coating operations of blades, vanes and OEM parts received from customers.

Performs routine maintenance to retorts and retort plugs as needed or instructed, i.e. obtains new and replaces thermocouples on a timely basis.

Obtains instructions for particular process to be completed from internal routers and Process Method Sheets (PMS) and Activity Sheets (A.I.s).

Job Responsibilities

• Following instructions provided obtains and prepares various types of source materials (rocks and/or powders) into pans along with activators to achieve desired results.
• Load parts in an orderly manner ensuring walls of containers are clear, that parts are submerged properly into powder and placed so they do not touch one another.
• Inspect parts to ensure they are properly masked and are uniform prior to submitting to process.
• Depending upon process, workers may be required to remove masking solids from parts after process is completed.
• Prepare complete paperwork covering areas of responsibility (Loading Diagrams), ensure sample/test piece is properly placed within containers, and verifies accuracy of documentation submitted (checks part number, quantity and order number against material received).
• Move filled boats/chambers to properly sized lift post for the job at hand and attach thermocouples to each level as needed.
• Operator puts up argon purger and checks gauges on retort in accordance with coating or heat-treat procedures before releasing load.
• Move retort covers using overhead crane. Lift and move cover into proper position onto lift post, secure pin to lock the load by means of climbing a ladder, and bolts down top of retort using hand tools prior to each process. Reverse work activities when process are complete.
• Periodically changes setup of lift posts in accordance with departmental schedules.
• As processes are completed, operator will remove and inspect parts and place them back into cartons they were originally received.
• Move cartons into designated location for pickup. (Move to next location.)
• Fill out all related paperwork, i.e., routers and/or internal records following PMS and A.I. Instructions.
• Keep work area clean according to 6'S standards.
• Adhere to all company safety rules and practices and wears protective equipment as directed.
• Perform other job duties as needed or directed by management.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• This position requires a minimum of a High School Education, or GED.
• Combustible Dust Training Required.
• 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.

Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions and read precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-6 months related experience desired.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will usually work in a shop environment with exposure to loud noise, heat/fumes, airborne particles, and hazardous chemicals and moving mechanical parts with risk of electrical shock

Salary & Benefits

• Starting salary $21.25
• Shift differential: 2nd shift $1.25 - Ability to train on 1st shift for several months.
• External hires are eligible for a $1,000 sign on bonus.
• Benefit package includes, Medical, Dental, Visual, vacation, and more eligible from day one.
• Excellent benefits/401K vested from day one.

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 $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, 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 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at . 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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