Howmet Aerospace

Overview

Howmet Fastening Systems is seeking a Tool Maker IV for their Fullerton, CA location, focusing on the design and manufacture of custom automation solutions for aerospace fastener manufacturing. This role involves production and support of custom machinery solutions, offering growth opportunities in industrial automation and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Produce various machine parts and tooling to prints or sketches using CNC mills, lathes, and surface grinders.
• Make drawings and sketches as needed to produce or reproduce critical tools or components.
• Work accurately to meet precise tolerances of (+ .001).
• Assemble new mechanical systems with instruction and disassemble existing systems for inspection.
• Machine, assemble, and install machine guarding using aluminum extrusions and polycarbonate sheets.
• Collaborate with design team and engineers to develop parts and processes for efficient manufacturing.
• Generate material and supply requests to support assigned work as needed.
• Provide guidance and support for installed systems at sister sites, requiring occasional local travel.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on operated equipment.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of manufacturing quality processes and principles.
• Solve practical problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, adhering to 5s standards.
• Engage in conversations for improvements in efficiency and productivity.

Requirements

• 2+ years of machine building or tool-room experience preferred.
• Ability to calculate mathematical figures and amounts.
• Thorough knowledge of precision measuring equipment, shop math, and trigonometry.
• Experience with Trak machine tools, CNC controls, pneumatics, hydraulics, robotics, Solidworks, or CAD is beneficial.
• Willingness to train if the candidate possesses strong adjacent skills or mechanical knowledge.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• PTO

Additional Information

• 1st Shift position
• Location: Fullerton, CA