What are the responsibilities and job description for the Metrology-Focused Tooling Machinist position at Howmet Aerospace (Winsted, CT)?
Are you the problem-solver everyone calls when a gage won’t hold tolerance?At Howmet Aerospace in Winsted, CT, we’re looking for a Metrology-Focused Tooling Machinist to anchor our 2nd shift. If building, reworking, and certifying fixtures and gages to /- .0002 is your comfort zone, we want to talk.Your missionOwn the full lifecycle of gages and fixtures—build, rework, certify.Hunt down root causes and resolve complex gage/fixture issues.Machine and grind precision details to print.Propose and implement design changes that improve reworkability and performance.Conduct surveillance and maintain gage certifications.Team up daily with Engineering and the Layout department; provide floor support.Keep the shop safe and spotless; uphold EHS and Quality commitments.Maintain certified toolmaker status; follow Employee Handbook policies; take on other duties as assigned.What success looks likeFixtures and gages released right the first time at /- .0002.Fewer production interruptions due to proactive tool diagnostics.Clear, current gage certification records.QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED.Two-year technical college or trade school certification.At least 3 years of toolmaking experience.Strong analytical troubleshooting and solid computer skills.Core skillsCNC toolingManual machiningTool/die/mold repairTools of the tradeManual grinderManual latheManual vertical millMeasurement gagesRewards2nd shift differential: $2.00/hour$3,000 sign-on bonus for external hiresMedical, Dental, Vision, vacation, and moreExcellent benefits/401(k)Overtime availableWhy it mattersFrom moving people and goods to enabling defense and critical infrastructure, our customers rely on us. Your diligence helps stop nonconforming product at the source.ComplianceDue to ITAR, this role requires U.S. person status (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident/Green Card Holder, Political Asylee, or Refugee).Additional information: 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.Ready to make precision your signature?Apply today and help us raise the bar on tooling excellence.
Salary : $35 - $38