What are the responsibilities and job description for the AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN - Plant 3 position at Howmet?
- Job Identification 117434
- Job Category Operations
- Posting Date 04/30/2026, 04:29 PM
- Locations One Misco Drive, Whitehall, MI, 49461-1799, US (On-site)
- Job Schedule Full time
- Export-Controlled Data 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
This position will be in our, Plant 3, Whitehall Casting Operation. Key responsibilities for this Automation Technician will include, but not limited to, the following.
- Providing manufacturing support of robotic finishing and robotic wax manufacturing equipment.
- Key emphasis on maintaining and improving reliability and productivity of robotic equipment.
- Programming and documenting code for manufacturing robots.
- Act in leadership role as SPA for robotic equipment and process operations.
- Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of one year working in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree in a technical discipline.
- Hands-on relevant experience evaluating automated equipment and processes and solving automated equipment issues.
- Robotic programming skills to refine movement using various controllers.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Must be PC literate in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Good mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
- Experience using industrial controllers.
- Ability to read mechanical prints and electrical prints.
- Good methodical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment and related issues.
- Must be organized with the discipline to solve problems with permanent solutions.
- Good mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
- Experience using industrial controllers.
- Ability to read mechanical prints and electrical prints.
- Good methodical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment and related issues.
- Must be organized with the discipline to solve problems with permanent solutions.
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 $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, 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 2025 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.
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