Production Worker; Refractory Team Member - 2nd Shift

Refractory Team Member

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking for a Refractory Team Member to join our Howmet Alloy located in Dover, New Jersey.

The work hours for this Afternoon Shift position are Monday - Friday 2p - 10:30p.

Training on 1st shift (6a - 2:30p)

New Hire Starting Hourly Rate: $25.66;
After 12 Months: $28.31

Position will receive an hourly "shift premium" while assigned to an off-shift.

Along with your pay, our company provides you with a comprehensive package of benefits that is competitive with other leading companies. Some of our benefits include:
Paid vacation each year, based on length of service; 13 paid holidays per year; 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, company may match a percentage of your pre-tax contributions;
Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period;
Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire;
Employee Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Assistance Program;
Free fitness center membership.

JOB SUMMARY The refractory team member is responsible for performing all phases of building, bricking, lining, ramming and repairing of all melt equipment (vacuum and air) containing refractory linings and/or equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet Aerospace's 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.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Job Functions
• Set, operate, and monitor preheat torches to insure proper operation;
• Maintain inventory of tapping blocks, furnaces, furnace and tundish materials;
• Assemble tapping blocks with prescribed filter configuration in accordance with the melt schedule;
• Work with the Melt Team and Production Planning to coordinate inventories and bricking requirements;
• May be required to assist the Melt Team on furnace changes and or spout changes;
• Knock out old refractory, and install new refractory in Vacuum coils;
• Knock out old refractory, and install new refractory in AOD vessels;
• Required to keep work area in a clean orderly condition.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• 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;
• High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution;
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Candidates residing within a 50 miles radius of Dover NJ will only be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) in English;
• Able to work flexible hours including night and weekends with little advanced notice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/EQUIPMENT USED
• Equipment used includes refractory saws, cranes, curing torch, computers, hand and pneumatic tools and forklifts;
• Large amounts of time spent in small spaces while performing job duties.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to read and understand digital and analog scales and gages and other measuring devices.

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 Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components,…