Production Worker; Four Cell Operator -3rd Shift

Job Summary

Four Step Cell Operator at Howmet Casting located in Dover, New Jersey. Midnight Shift: Sunday Night – Thursday Night 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM. Training occurs on Day Shift (M‑F 7:00‑15:00). Starting hourly rate $25.00, rising to $27.71 after 12 months, with a shift premium while assigned to an off‑shift. The role includes a competitive benefits package: health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, life insurance, short‑term disability, performance pay bonus, paid time off, wellness programs and an employee assistance program (free local gym membership) and other discounted benefits.

• Perform full inspection of parts as outlined in work instructions or customer specifications, maintaining ultrasonic tapping per customer requirements.
• Execute visual inspections, buffing, stoning, belting and other finishing operations to remove visual imperfections.
• Operate sandblasting, tumbling, vibratory or REM equipment to clean metal castings of scale, foreign material and discoloration, producing a smooth surface.
• Conduct 100% visual inspection per product criteria or customer specifics.
• Highlight problem indications to supervision for consideration.
• Maintain production counts and other required records.
• Dispose of non‑conforming products within the scope of the job description.
• Verify that routers and tools are correct before starting work.
• Maintain the work area in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.

• Assist in implementing Howmet Aerospace’s EHS value and policy statement and its accompanying principles.
• Comply with all department, facility, corporate and regulatory EHS regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment.
• Report all job‑related illnesses and injuries per employee handbook.
• Report all safety, health and environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
• Attend all EHS training sessions.

Position requires the ability to perform mechanical and inspection tasks, as well as computer operation and communication with a team. Work includes flexible hours, often with little advanced notice.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Capacity to complete training and achieve certification in final inspection.
• Tendency to work effectively in a team‑based environment.
• Basic computer literacy.

• Position involves access to export‑controlled items; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and obtain access to such items.
• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Acceptance of the location requirement: candidates must reside within a 50‑mile radius of Dover, NJ; no relocation benefit is offered.

• One year of metal finishing experience.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not exhaustive and all personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time.

Howmet is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity employer, 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, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.