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Level 2 Wax Inspector, 1st Shift

Howmet Aerospace
Cleveland, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2026
Responsibilities

Job Summary

Howmet Aerospace has an immediate opening for a Wax Visual Inspector II in our Patterns Business Center at our Engines Products - Cleveland Operations Tempcraft facility located at 3960 S. Marginal Rd. in Cleveland. This position is responsible for the ensuring that customer requirements are meet for the Aerospace Industry prior to shipping.

This is a 1st Shift position Monday through Friday.

Howmet Engines is a world-class producer of aero engine and industrial gas turbine components, including airfoils, rings, disks and forgings. We excel in vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts that enable the next generation of quieter, more fuel-efficient aero engines and cleaner power generation.

Job Responsibilities

  • Read and understand information on work instructions.
  • Inspect assemblies 100% for defects.
  • Mark up assemblies to identify defects.
  • Record data manually or by computer as required.
  • Repair minor defects on assemblies.
  • Provide feedback to wax department on assembly quality.
  • Ensure safe work practices and that all EHS policies and requirements are being followed.
  • Read and follow information on Product Criteria and Assembly Releases.
  • Be thoroughly familiar with department activity instructions.
  • Inspect completed assemblies for conformance to Product Criteria and Assembly Releases and for workmanship in compliance with department Activity Instructions.
  • Mark assemblies up for rework. Defects identified will be recorded by type and communicated back to the cell leaders.
  • Return the assembly for rework by wax cell operators or repair the assembly defects, based on job.
  • Will be required to travel between NHVS (Mentor) and Tempcraft (Cleveland) as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned by Team Lead and/or supervisor.

Qualifications

Job Specifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • High School diploma, GED or equivalent of 5 years of Visual Inspection or finishing experience
  • Must successfully complete all Level II classroom training and pass a proficiency test administered by the Level III in both generic inspection and wax-specific inspection
  • Able to pass an annual eye exam per Jaeger

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous Wax Finishing experience
  • Previous Visual Inspection experience

Hourly Range: $20-25 hourly approximation (actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, and/or location).

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 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.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com

Salary : $20 - $25

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