What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machining Technician II, Davenport position at Howmet?
- Job Identification 114896
- Job Category Operations
- Posting Date 10/22/2025, 10:56 PM
- Locations 3000 W Lomita Blvd., Torrance, CA, 90505, US
- Job Schedule Full time
- Remote Work Schedule Availability? None
- 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
About Howmet Aerospace
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.
Born from many well-known and long-standing brands, Howmet Fastening Systems, headquartered in Torrance, California, is the premier designer and manufacturer of aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose to tail on commercial and military aircraft, as well as on jet engines, industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.
Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a 2nd Shift Machine Tech II, Davenport in our Torrance, CA location. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we're the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.
Note: This position requires training in the morning before transitioning to night shift. Training will be approximately 3 months.
Primary Purpose
Sets up, operates, and trouble shoots on multi-spindle davenport machines.
Major Activities
- Proficiently sets up, operates, and trouble shoots machinery for self/others
- Sets up machines, according to work order set standard procedures and specialized company products and/or processes
- Learns the set up and operation of any new machines added to the departments to which assigned
- Checks parts with standard gauges or precision measuring instruments and submits parts for inspection as required
- Operates machines to ensure proper functioning and releases to and instructs operator in procedures for producing parts in conformance with specifications
- Perform SPC Charting as required
- Keeps work area clean, safe, and in an orderly fashion on a daily basis
- Performs other tasks as required
Essential Knowledge & Skills
- Certified in Lock Out/Tag Out
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Must have good communication skills and know basic shop math
- Must be able to read, write and understand English
- Must be able to lift/move up to 30 lbs. (may not exceed per EHS Policies)
Basic Requirements:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
- Minimum 1 year experience in relevant machining experience.
- 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.
Benefits/Salary:
The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $17-$29/hr.