Quality Tech

Responsibilities

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Quality Tech I at our Torrance, CA location. Under general supervision, perform passivation related tests on aerospace fasteners and evaluate parts for compliance with customer specifications.

• Perform with efficiency the majority of the following key skills as related to aerospace fastener testing:
• Passivation Testing
• Tensile/Shear Test Machine
• Micro-hardness/Rockwell hardness tester
• Metallurgical sample preparation/inspection
• Torque testing
• Fatigue testing
• Maintain accuracy and proficiency while working between multiple work environment demands.
• Perform other tasks of equal or lesser skill as required.
• Other duties and/or responsibilities may be performed as part of cross‑training or employee development plan.

• Knowledge of most lab tests and passivation testing
• Familiar with customer requirements, testing and equipment functions
• Can interface with auditors and customer representatives

• Minimum 1+ year of quality experience in passivation or related aerospace fastener experience
• Employee 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.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, industry standards and internal procedures.
• Basic computer skills including electronic mail, word, excel, routine database activity, graphs, etc.
• Must be able to select and utilize general inspection tools and potentially learn to use alloy verification equipment.
• Basic understanding of comparing industry standard specification and internal requirements with vendor certifications to assure compliance.

• The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.
• Salary range for this position is $19,000–$24,000.
• Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location.

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are 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, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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