What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician position at Howmet?
Responsibilities
Position Summary :
The Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring that products and processes within the aerospace manufacturing facility adhere to high-quality standards. This role involves performing inspections, conducting tests, identifying defects, onboarding new product and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The Quality Technician will collaborate closely with engineering, production, and other departments to maintain compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
Hourly wage range : $28.67 - $34.40 - $40.13
Key Responsibilities :
- Use a variety of precision measurement tools to perform in-process and final inspections of aerospace components, assemblies, and materials to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Ensure proper documentation is maintained per company procedures.
- Identify and document non-conformance issues, collaborate with engineering and production teams to analyze root causes, and assist in corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) process.
- Conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to quality management systems (QMS) such as AS9100 or ISO 9001. Ensure all processes comply with aerospace industry regulations and standards.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, recommending process improvements and efficiency gains.
- Support incoming material inspections.
- Ensure calibration of measurement and testing equipment is being performed and that all tools are in proper working condition.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams including engineers, production staff, and suppliers to resolve quality-related issues and improve product quality.
- Support customer source inspection.
- Create Balloon Drawings and inspection plans.
- Make suggestions regarding procedures, standards and equipment to facilitate work and maintain product quality.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Physical Demands / Working Conditions :
20 lbs. frequently
About Us
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 $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, 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 2023 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com / esg-report . Follow : LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .
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.
If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com
Job Info
Job Identification 111725
Job Category Operations
Posting Date 01 / 20 / 2025, 08 : 04 PM
Locations
17465 198th Avenue NW, Big Lake, MN, 55309, 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
Salary : $40,130
