EDM Sinker Operator, 1st Shift at Howmet

Howmet Aerospace has an immediate opening for a EDM Sinker Operator at our Engines Products - Cleveland Operations Tempcraft facility located at 3960 S. Marginal Rd. in Cleveland. This position is responsible for supporting the manufacturing of our molds and dies. This work requires the application of EDM Sinker machine operations, as well as the use of standard mold making techniques, procedures, and criteria.

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.

* Ability to operate EDM Sinker machines (Sodick and Charmille) to support several products concurrently.

* Interpret design blueprints and set-up sheets to ensure proper set-up of mold details.

* Perform operations within very close tolerances.

* Have their own tools and toolbox

* Ability to inspect own work.

* Ability to work with Engineering and Programming throughout the manufacturing process

• Able to operate multiple machinery; (Bridge Port, Grinders, Saws, EDM).
• Comply with Corporate EHS, Quality and HR rules and standards

Basic Qualifications:

* Five + years of experience in tool making/mold making.

* High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution

Preferred Qualifications:

• State issued Journeymen's papers for Tool & Die and /or Mold Making or 8 plus years Job shop experience.
• Previous experience in the construction of turbine/airfoil molds and dies strongly preferred.

* Ability to effectively work / communicate as part of a die making team.

• Basic Math and Trigonometry knowledge

* Thorough knowledge of tooling process.

Hourly Range: $20-40/hour approximation (actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, and/or location).