Heat Loader​/Unloader Trainee - 2nd or 3rd Shift

Job Information

• Job Identification: 114289
• Job Category:
  Operations
• Posting Date: 02/16/2026, 07:08 PM
• Locations: 4 Commercial Street, Branford, CT, 06405, 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

Howmet Aerospace in Branford, CT is currently hiring highly motivated and energetic candidates to join their team. Howmet Aerospace is a leading provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries worldwide. The Branford facility is focused on producing jet engine components that are essential for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications. With over 50 years of experience in the Branford facility, we are proud to contribute to the development of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines, and sustainable ground transportation.

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Performs a variety of work duties involved in heat treat and coating operations of blades, vanes and OEM parts received from customers.

Performs routine maintenance to retorts and retort plugs as needed or instructed, i.e. obtains new and replaces thermocouples on a timely basis.

Obtains instructions for particular process to be completed from internal routers and Process Method Sheets (PMS) and Activity Sheets (A.I.s).

• Following instructions provided obtains and prepares various types of source materials (rocks and/or powders) into pans along with activators to achieve desired results.
• Load parts in an orderly manner ensuring walls of containers are clear, that parts are submerged properly into powder and placed so they do not touch one another.
• Inspect parts to ensure they are properly masked and are uniform prior to submitting to process.
• Depending upon process, workers may be required to remove masking solids from parts after process is completed.
• Prepare complete paperwork covering areas of responsibility (Loading Diagrams), ensure sample/test piece is properly placed within containers, and verifies accuracy of documentation submitted (checks part number, quantity and order number against material received).
• Move filled boats/chambers to properly sized lift post for the job at hand and attach thermocouples to each level as needed.
• Operator puts up argon purger and checks gauges on retort in accordance with coating or heat-treat procedures before releasing load.
• Move retort covers using overhead crane. Lift and move cover into proper position onto lift post, secure pin to lock the load by means of climbing a ladder, and bolts down top of retort using hand tools prior to each process. Reverse work activities when process are complete.
• Periodically changes setup of lift posts in accordance with departmental schedules.
• As processes are completed, operator will remove and inspect parts and place them back into cartons they were originally received.
• Move cartons into designated location for pickup. (Move to next location.)
• Fill out all related paperwork, i.e., routers and/or internal records following PMS and A.I. Instructions.
• Keep work area clean according to 6'S standards.
• Adhere to all company safety rules and practices and wears protective equipment as directed.
• Perform other job duties as needed or directed by management.

• This position requires a minimum of a High School Education, or GED.
• Combustible Dust Training Required.
• 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.
• 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.

• Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions and read precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

• 3-6 months related experience desired.

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will usually work in a shop environment with exposure to loud noise, heat/fumes, airborne particles, and hazardous chemicals and moving…