Howmet Aerospace

Engineered aerospace components and titanium parts

Level 3 Trainee

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Full-timeDover, NJ, USA

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution is required.
Must pass Level III testing requirements.
Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, with little advance notice.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility will be verified at hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Candidates must reside within a 50-mile radius of Dover, New Jersey; relocation benefits are not offered.
Experience in a specific nondestructive testing method is required.
Working knowledge of the specific technical nondestructive testing application is required.
Ability to read, understand, and train Activity Instructions in accordance with standard procedures.
Adequate computer skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of frequent standing and walking in a manufacturing environment.
Must comply with department, facility, corporate, and regulatory environmental, health, and safety regulations; wear required personal protective equipment; report job-related illness and injuries and safety, health, or environmental concerns; and attend required environmental, health, and safety training.
The role entails access to export-controlled items, and employment is conditioned on the applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to them.

Responsibilities

Split time between assisting the Level III with audits, technique creation, and other technical duties, and performing production work; follow the training plan's allocation of time between Level III tasks and production.
Complete Secondary Level III training according to the plan developed by the Quality Manager and Level III, then complete certification requirements and pass the company's Level III examination.
After certification, continue split-shift Level III and production duties, gaining experience alongside the primary Level III as part of succession planning.
Work overtime as required to meet customer and production requirements.
Assist with implementation of the company's environmental, health, and safety value and policy statement and its principles.
Participate in and assist with internal, external, and customer audits.
Assist in training and monitoring the proficiency of Level I and Level II nondestructive testing inspectors, including on-the-job and technical training.
Assist with Level I and Level II audits for product conformity and process comprehension, including overtime or off-shift visits as needed.
Ensure nondestructive testing processes and inspections meet product criteria.
Perform daily systems checks for the responsible department.
Monitor equipment availability and maintain equipment, fixtures, and tools as necessary.
Under the primary Level III's guidance, develop and maintain procedures and processes that ensure compliance with industry and customer requirements.
Maintain documentation and records required for the specific method.
Interpret specifications and blueprints under the primary Level III's guidance.
Perform tasks assigned by the Level III or Quality Manager and support Manufacturing with production Level I and Level II duties as needed.
Design and approve techniques.
Perform required calibrations and system checks.
Help develop Level I and Level II work standards and improve the work area.
Help prioritize and coordinate product workflow through nondestructive testing inspections.
Check process documentation for proper technique.
Interface with the Level III for technical guidance on manufacturing nondestructive testing issues.
Assist in introducing new technology within the nondestructive testing method.
Lead repeatability and reproducibility studies as necessary.
Interact frequently with Engineering, Manufacturing, customers, business-unit employees, external auditors, and suppliers.

Desired Qualifications

Completed Level II certification (NAS 410, ASNT, or similar) for the method is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution
Must be able to pass the Level III testing requirements.
This position supervises no other
Must be able to work flexible hours including night and weekends with little advanced notice
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.
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
No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Candidates residing within a 50 miles radius of Dover NJ will only be considered
Experience in specific NDT method

Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of specific technical NDT application
Ability to read, understand, and train Activity Instructions in accordance with standard procedures
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Adequate Computer Skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Team oriented attitude, ability to work well with others
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Completed Level II certification (NAS 410, ASNT, or similar) for method

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/EQUIPMENT USED

Manufacturing environment, frequent standing and walking.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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. Howmet Dover Casting is a world-class supplier of complex, investment-cast turbine airfoils and other components for the aircraft engine and industrial gas turbine industries. Howmet Dover Alloy is a world-class supplier of vacuum and air-melted nickel- and cobalt-based superalloys to aerospace, gas turbine, medical and other high-technology industrial markets.

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking a Level III Trainee (XRAY) to join our Howmet Casting located in Dover, New Jersey. The work hours for this position is Day Shift

Anticipated Pay Range: $28-$35 per hour. *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, matching 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Performance Pay Bonus, Paid Time Off, Wellness Programs, EAP Program (free local gym membership) as well as other discounted benefits

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Level III Trainee position was created to ensure the availability of trained personnel for the primary Level III position if needed. In the event of a Level III departure, the Level III Trainee must be positioned to assume the primary Level III position. These positions will be selected for specific methods including crystal/etch, visual/UT, fluorescent penetrant, and radiography (film & DR).

The Level III Trainee will split their time between assisting the Level III in the assigned duties of audits, technique creation and other technical functions listed below, and the remaining time will be spent performing their production function. After hire, a training plan will be developed to bridge the gap to Secondary Level III certification. This plan will also specify how the time will be split up between Level III tasks versus production. After training is complete, the Secondary Level III is required to complete certification requirements per BOP 950.004.001 and pass the company’s level III examination. After certification, the Secondary Level III will continue to work the split shift (Level III tasks and production), continuing to gain experience by working with the primary level III as part of succession planning.

This position will be expected to work overtime as required to ensure the customer and production requirements are met.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet EHS value and policy statement and its accompanying principles
Comply with all department, facility, Corporate and Regulatory EH&S regulations
Wear all required personal protective equipment
Report all job related illness and injuries. (Per employee handbook)
Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner
Attend all EH&S training

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Job responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following;

Participate and assist in internal, external, and customer audits
Assist in training and monitoring proficiency of the Level I and Level II NDT inspectors (OJT and Technical)
Assist in performing L1 and L2 audits for product conformity and process comprehension (this will require overtime and/or coming in on off-shifts to audit employees that work on off-shifts)
Ensure NDT processes for product criteria are met
Ensure NDT inspections for product criteria are met
Perform daily systems checks of responsible department
Monitor equipment availability and maintain equipment, fixtures, and tools as necessary
Under the guidance of the primary Level III, become responsible for developing and maintaining procedures and processes to ensure adherence to industry and customer requirements
Maintain required documentation and records for specific method as required
Interpret specifications and blueprints under the guidance of the primary Level III.
Complete Secondary Level III training per plan to be developed by Quality Manager and Level III.
Perform tasks as assigned by the Level III and/or Quality Manager.
Support Manufacturing as needed with production L1 and L2 duties.

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Technique design and approval
Perform required calibrations and system checks
Help with Level I and Level II work standards
Help in projects to improve work area
Help prioritize and coordinate product work flow through NDT inspections
Check process documentation for proper technique
Interface with Level III for technical guidance pertaining to manufacturing for NDT issues
Perform L1 and L2 duties as needed
Assist in introducing new technology within the NDT method
Lead R&R studies as necessary

INTERPERSONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Frequent interaction with Engineering, Manufacturing, Customers, BU level employees, external auditors. and suppliers.

About the Company

Howmet Aerospace

Engineered aerospace components and titanium parts

Howmet Aerospace designs and manufactures advanced engineered components for aerospace and transportation, including jet engine parts, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts, and forged wheels. These parts are precision-made from specialized materials to deliver lighter, fuel-efficient, and durable performance, supported by a large patent portfolio. It differentiates itself by offering a broad, integrated set of engineered solutions across engines, airframes, and wheels with patented technologies and materials. Its goal is to help customers achieve safer, more efficient air and land transportation by delivering reliable, high-performance components that reduce weight and emissions.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Pittsburgh, PA
Founded: 1888

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