Production Technician II - Blind Products 2nd or 3rd Shift

* High school graduate preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.

* An associate's degree in a technical field related to manufacturing, such as machining, is preferred.

* Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience performing moderately complex mechanical work.

* Experience in assigned equipment set-up and operation.

* Ability to set-up and operate multiple equipment types (pin heading, sleeve heading, pin rolling, band annealing, drilling and/or assembly.) Ability to train operators in equipment set-up and operation.

* Ability to read and interpret product blueprints.

* Ability to use inspection gages and instruments.

* Good communications and interpersonal skills.

* Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.

Job Summary

Responsible for the production of parts meeting print and specification requirements. Also responsible for the care and maintenance of equipment. Must function as a tooling readiness specialist when directed by the Manufacturing Supervisor. Train other operators, as required. Must show by example a commitment to continuous improvement.

* Production of parts meeting drawing and specification requirements.

* Set-up and operation of equipment, as assigned.

* Perform statistical process control measurements and calculations. Complete forms or computer entries as required.

* Order and maintain inventory levels of required tooling, gages and supplies.

* Participate in assuring team tooling and material readiness. (Assemble tooling set-up kits, stage raw materials and perform external setup tasks, as required)

* Participate in setting and achieving team and individual productivity and quality targets.

* Participate with team in continuous improvement efforts.

* Perform machine inspections including daily, weekly and monthly preventative maintenance tasks.

* Perform shop floor housekeeping duties.

* Prepare daily production reports and forms.

* Train other operators as required.

* Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.

* Maintains full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conducts all activities in accordance with the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct.

* Demonstrates a knowledge of and commitment to learn manufacturing principles and techniques.

* Performs all work activities in accordance with safety and environmental standards. Performs other duties as assigned.