• Bench Hand II

    Howmet Aerospace (Cleveland, OH)


    Job Summary

    Howmet Aerospace has an immediate opening for a Bench Hand II at our Engines Products - Cleveland Operations Tempcraft facility located at 3960 S. Marginal Rd. in Cleveland. This position is responsible for the Benching/Polishing of Mold Cavities and Complex Hardened Steel Die Cavities for the Aerospace Industry.

     

    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.

    Job Responsibilities

    Operates ultrasonic machine and benching/polish stones to remove EDM recast from hardened contour surfaces

     

    Finishing of surfaces, including polishing of die details from rough benching through finish benching to meet customer surface finish requirements

     

    Visually verifies contours and smoothness

     

    Training of other bench hands

     

    Continuous Improvement - Working with management and suppliers to improve the overall benching process through better stones and materials, as well as standardizing benching techniques

     

    Job Specifications

    Basic Qualifications:

    + High School diploma, GED or equivalent of 5 years polishing molds

    + Minimum 5 years of experience as a Mold Polisher in Investment Casting Industry

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + Tool Maker Journeyman

    + Experience in Precision Injection Mold polishing (Hardened materials)

    + Experience in the use of tool making machinery (Bridgeport, surface grinder, saw, etc...)

    + Minimum 5 years of experience with the use of hand tools such as ultrasonic polishers, grinders and benching stones

     

    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 (https://www.linkedin.com/company/howmet-aerospace) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/howmetaerospace) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/howmetaerospace/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Howmetaerospace/) , and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/howmetaerospace) .

    Equal Opportunity Employer:

    Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and 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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