The posting
Responsibilities
This opening is with Howmet Aerospace – a world leader in investment casting of superalloys, aluminum and titanium primarily for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbine markets. For more information about Howmet Aerospace, visit us online at www.howmet.com.
Howmet has challenging opportunities for individuals who are excited to engage with us in growing our business. Join us where you will be part of a dedicated team to manufacture high tech products, safely, accurately and efficiently, you will perform a variety of hands-on operations in accordance with standardized processes within customer specifications.
Howmet is currently looking for a Casting Technician to join our Hampton Structural Castings (HSC) group in Hampton, Virginia. The available shift hours are 1st shift, M-F 6am-2pm. Training is 1st shift, M-F 6am-2pm.
New Hire Starting Rate: $21.07 p/hr.; After 6 months: $23.41 p/hr.
This position will receive an hourly “shift premium” of $1.00 p/hr. while assigned to an off shift.
Job Summary: The Casting Technician operates and oversees casting furnaces within allowable guidelines, schedules work by coordinating job and correct alloys, records and monitors all furnace melting process information, and follows schedules and completes work as required.
Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities:
- Operates and maintains casting furnaces.
- Coordinates job numbers with correct alloy, weight, and temperature per PMS.
- Ensures that charges are properly identified and corresponded to appropriate numbers and lot routers.
- Transports ingots of alloy to work unit utilizing hoist to lift to specific areas and load into chamber box/charge box.
- Handles molds from pre-heat furnace to casting furnace.
- Monitors gauges to assure correct settings, accurate pour speed and appropriate crucible size for melting process.
- Determines accurate pump down time to prescribed vacuum levels.
- Replaces crucibles/packs crucibles using grog according to best practices.
- Records temperature at unit and signals team operators to remove mold from preheat.
- Cleans and removes all metal from splash guards, crucible blocks, and furnace.
- Must support and actively participate in 6S programs.
- Must follow all approved written processes, instructions and procedures.
- Must develop, improve, and clarify written procedures (i.e., Work Instructions, Activity Instructions, Safety Procedures)
- Must utilize Human Performance Tools to improve EHS standards, compliance, and product quality.
- Must actively participate in the collection and analysis of data regarding manufacturing processes to identify improvement opportunities using A3, 6Sigma Methodology or other approved methods.
- Must have a basic understanding of industrial and mechanical drawings.
- Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed by uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- An application must include a resume and two professional references for review and consideration.
- This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- Applicants must have at least 2 years of continuous related manufacturing experience or training. Recent high school or college graduates without prior work experience must provide a letter of recommendation.
- Availability for all shifts (including 2nd shift, 3rd shift, and weekend shift) is necessary. The ability to work overtime and weekends is required as schedules may vary based on operational needs; flexibility is essential.
- 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 entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.
About Us
Compensation and Benefits:
If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location.
Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include:
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
- Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
- Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)
- Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
- Life insurance and disability coverage plans
- Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
- Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Our Story:
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.
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The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.
