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. Howmet Dover Casting is a world-class supplier of complex, investment-cast turbine airfoils and other components for the aircraft engine and industrial gas turbine industries. Howmet Dover Alloy is a world-class supplier of vacuum and air-melted nickel- and cobalt-based superalloys to aerospace, gas turbine, medical and other high-technology industrial markets.

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking a Quality Engineer to join our Casting Facility located in Dover, New Jersey.

Along with your pay, our company provides you with a comprehensive package of benefits that is competitive with other leading companies. Some of our benefits include: Paid vacation each year, based on length of service; 13 paid holidays per year; 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, company may match a percentage of your pre-tax contributions; Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period; Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire; Employee Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Assistance Program; Free fitness center membership; Shift premium.

Assure the quality of product produced and conformance to the applicable customer and internal specifications, while supporting corporate objectives.

• Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet Aerospace's value and policy statement and its accompanying principles.
• Comply with all department, facility, Corporate and Regulatory EH&S regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment.
• Report all job-related illness and injuries. (Per employee handbook).
• Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
• Attend all EH&S training.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain compliance of products in manufacturing to specific customer purchase orders, blueprints, and specifications.
• Maintain lines of communication with customers. This includes verbal and written correspondence and personal visits when required.
• Provide technical support to Engineering, Manufacturing, and Sales.
• Perform product and process audits to verify compliance to customer and internal requirements.
• Review purchase orders, blueprints, specifications, instructions, layouts/First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), qualification packages, and routings.
• Revise and/or create work instructions for operators to utilize when manufacturing products.
• Coordinate review of nonconforming material and prepare/submit customer concessions for possible acceptance.
• Work with cross-functional teams to perform root cause analysis, problem solve, and address quality related issues, including scrap, rework, and customer returns.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and cost reduction objectives.
• Utilize APQP/PPAP tools for Quality Planning of New Product Introduction.
• Other duties, as assigned by the Quality Manager.
• Must be willing to travel as required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• 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.
• BS degree in Engineering, science, or related field.
• Computer skills.

RELOCATION

Relocation benefit may be offered for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Basic understanding of statistics.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with ability to solve problems.
• Ability to read customer blueprints.
• Knowledge and experience with quality tools, such as 8D problem solving techniques, root-cause-analysis, six-sigma/lean manufacturing, PFMEA, etc.
• Knowledge of ISO9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management System requirements.

• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.