Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GEDPrior experience operating machinery in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environmentAbility to read and interpret blueprints and process documentationProficiency with precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges)Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skillsBasic computer skills for data entry and equipment interfacesDemonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and reliable attendance

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in forging operations (ring rolling, open-die, or closed-die forging)Familiarity with heat treating processes (quenching, tempering, annealing)Experience working within AS9100 or other regulated quality systemsExperience with CNC or PLC-controlled equipmentOverhead crane and/or forklift certification

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position is based in a heavy manufacturing environment and requires:

Ability to lift and handle materials up to 50 lbs. or moreProlonged standing, walking, bending, and repetitive motionComfort working in high-temperature, high-noise environmentsWorking safely around heavy machinery and moving equipmentUse of required personal protective equipment (PPE)Shift work, overtime, and weekend hours required

 

Salary Range:            $20-25 /hour depending on experience

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.

 

 

Let Your Career Take Flight at Howmet Aerospace!

We recognize and reward our employees’ contributions with a competitive total rewards package. This position offers:

Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision Benefits on Day 1 of employment5% Annual Target Performance Pay401(k) Retirement Savings Plan6% company match, plus additional 3% (whether you contribute or not), for a max total of 9% annuallyPaid Time Off (PTO)11 paid holidays per yearEmployee Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Parental Leave (up to 3 weeks of 100%-paid leave for parental bonding for the birth or adoption of a child)

Joining our team means being part of a workplace that prioritizes professional development, collaboration, and a supportive culture designed to help you thrive.

Howmet Engine Systems has an immediate opening for a Forging Machine Operator (Ring Mill/Press/Heat Treat), to assist in the manufacturing process at our facility in Rochester, NY.   Our current need is 12-hour shifts, 5pm-5am.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and monitor forging equipment, including ring mills, hydraulic presses, and expandersLoad and unload furnaces and perform heat treat operations in accordance with process specificationsFollow work instructions, routers, and process control requirements to ensure consistent productionProgram, adjust, and troubleshoot equipment to maintain optimal performancePerform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges)Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specificationsEnsure compliance with AS9100 and internal quality systemsMonitor critical process variables such as temperature, cycle time, and material handlingAccurately record production, inspection results, and non-conformancesMaintain production efficiency while minimizing scrap and reworkConduct basic equipment checks and support preventive maintenance activitiesMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 5S standardsSafely operate material handling equipment such as cranes, manipulators, and forkliftsCollaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to resolve issues and improve processes