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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, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com

Qualifications:  

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Previous experience in a quality inspection role is preferred

• Read and understand information on work instructions.

• Basic mechanic knowledge

• Must keep work area clean and orderly.

• Good judgment and ability to work independently.

• Must be physically capable of performing the job.

• Will be expected to do quality work and care for equipment.

• Demonstrates a knowledge of and commitment to lean manufacturing principles and techniques.

• 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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status.  ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Benefits/Salary: The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays, and vacation.

Job Summary: The position performs all duties in accordance with established EHS standards; monitors manufacturing operations by in-process and final inspection to assure compliance with approved processing procedures and/or specifications; evaluates problems and recommend corrective actions to prevent reoccurrences; uses standard inspection tools, such as micrometers, height gages, optical comparators, tensile and hardness testing machines, thread and coating thickness gages, and salt spray apparatus; operated final inspection and laboratory equipment and shear/tensile/push out records, production reports, and other documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the Manufacturing Operations by In-Process and Final Inspection to assure compliance with approved processing, procedures and/or specification. 
• Provide assistance to Q.A. and manufacturing to evaluate problems and recommend corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Uses all standard inspection tools, such as micrometers, height gages, optical comparators, tensile testing machines, hardness testing machines, thread gages, coating thickness gages, salt spray, etc., as may be necessary to determine conformance of products to blueprint specifications and/or standards.
• Function and maintenance of all final inspection and lab equipment, shear, tensile and push out fixtures to evaluate functional characteristics of the product.
• Make mounts, polish, and evaluate micro-structures as required.
• Stock test parts and washers as required. 
• Participate in comparative testing.
• Participate in audits as required including dimensional auditing. 
• Maintain records, production reports and other reports and/or forms as required.

• Training new inspectors as needed

• Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.
• Maintains full compliance and conducts all activities in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required.