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Toolmaker

Howmet Aerospace
Winsted, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 12/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/15/2026
Responsibilities

Join our growing team! Howmet Aerospace is now seeking to fill a Toolmaker position on our 2nd shift in Winsted, CT facility.

Salary

  • Shift differentials: 2nd shift/ $2.00
  • External hires are eligible for a $3,000 sign on bonus.
  • Benefit package includes, Medical, Dental, Visual, vacation, and more.
  • Excellent benefits/401K
  • Overtime

Summary

As a Toolmaker your will build, inspect, and maintain fixtures and gages to close tolerances ( 1-.0002). Maintain product integrity and quality through gage inspections that require close tolerances of /- .0002.

Essential Functions

  • Build and rework gages and fixtures.
  • Design changes on tooling fixtures.
  • Diagnose and correct fixture and gage problems.
  • Oversee acceptable tool design for tool room rework ability.
  • Perform machining and grinding of details.
  • Perform surveillance on gages and maintain certification.
  • Provide floor support.
  • Partner with engineering and the layout dept.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  • Maintain certified toolmaker status.
  • Actively participate, promote and comply with all EHS and Quality programs and policies.
  • Follow policies and procedures as outlined in Employee Handbook.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

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.

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Qualifications

Education:

  • High School Diploma/GED required.
  • Two years technical college or trades school certification required.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge and ability to problem solve complex issues.
  • Familiarity with computer operations

Experience:

  • This position requires a minimum of 3 years tool making experience.

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.

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

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

About The Team

The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.

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