CNC Technician

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Howmet Aerospace delivers advanced engineered solutions for aerospace and transportation, specializing in jet engine components, fastening systems, and titanium structural parts. It also produces forged wheels for commercial vehicles and defense applications.

Job Profile

The company is searching for a CNC Technician to join its Ti-Cast Operation.

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED

Work Experience

• Minimum 5 years of working in a manufacturing environment with hands-on CNC experience with CNC set-up and machining.
• Experience with NX, Solid Works, Mastercam programming language/software, CAD systems, and Mazak, Haas, Fadal, Hurco CNC machines (a plus)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Create new CNC programs
• Design fixturing/select tooling for new castings
• Maintain the CNC program directory.
• Provide 1st shift manufacturing support and problem-solving for CNC production issues.
• Spearhead cycle time and tooling cost reduction efforts
• Support continuous improvement initiatives

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• A strong desire to push the limits of traditional 5-axis CNC machining and in-process probing.
• Basic working knowledge of CNC programming using CAD/CAM or manual G-codes.
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude and blueprint reading skills
• PC literate in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Renishaw Probe programming
• Strong problem-solving acumen

Work Environment

• Exposed to noise, sharp tools, and metal debris
• Handles precision tasks in a fast-paced setting
• Stands for extended periods and operates heavy machinery
• Wears protective equipment like gloves and safety glasses
• Works in manufacturing or machine shop environments

Employer’s Statement

Howmet Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.