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Maintenance Technician (Cast House)

Howmet Aerospace581 open roles

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Barberton, OH, United States
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Your applicationOpen nowMaintenance Technician (Cast House)Howmet Aerospace · Barberton, OH, United States

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  4. 15.7%14 days
  5. 33.9%30 days
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Maintenance Technician - Cast House

  • Day Crew (7AM-7PM) -12 Hour Crewing
  • Night Crew (7PM-7AM) -12 Hour Crewing
  • Starting Rate: $37.50/hour+ based on experience

Are you an energetic and dependable employee that takes pride in your craft? Would you like to be a part of a dynamic and growing manufacturing business in Barberton, OH? Our organization is dedicated to rapid, profitable growth through continuous capital investment, operational excellence, and career development. Howmet is a company that promotes and develops from within with worldwide opportunities and we're looking for someone like you to join our team as a Full-Time Maintenance Technician (Day & Night Crew Available, 7AM-7PM; 7PM-7AM) in a cast house production environment. If you are interested in taking the next steps in your career, we encourage you to apply!

Company Benefits: We offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with financial security, health, and well-being. In addition to competitive pay, we off a variety of benefit programs.

  • Medical, Life, Dental and Vision Plans
  • 401(k) Program with a Company Match
  • Performance Pay based on company results
  • Paid vacation accrual
  • 10 annual paid holidays
  • Employee discount programs
  • Starting at $37.50-$45.36/hr with an additional $1.00/hr shift differential for night crew

WHAT IS A CAST HOUSE?

The Cast House is a structure that holds an aluminum smelter. Howmet Aerospace's smelters are among the safest in the world. Our modern aluminum smelter will require trained and skilled operators.

Position Summary: This position is for a role in the maintenance department at Howmet Aerospace’s Barberton Aluminum Remelt Foundry, known as the Howmet Barberton Cast House. The plant operates a state-of-the-art and highly automated continuous horizontal aluminum casting operation on a nonstop (24/7/365) schedule. This is a fast paced and safety critical operation.

The position is tasked with the daily maintenance requirements for maintaining the equipment and cast lines operational, which includes championing the safety of all crew members, maintaining the integrity of equipment and other facility upkeep tasks with an emphasis on machine repair.

The maintenance technician is tasked with supporting all aspects of the maintenance organization, performing preventative maintenance on equipment throughout the lifecycle of the casting process, troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment and performing repairs, and participating in reviews and special projects aimed at increasing equipment reliability.

Essential Duties:

  • Repairs, maintains and troubleshoots continuous process machinery performing mechanical and electrical repairs on equipment such as motors, pneumatic systems, conveyor systems, hydraulic systems, water systems, production machines and equipment in accordance with diagrams, specifications and operator’s manuals.
  • Dismantles devices and machines to gain access to and remove defective parts using hoists, hand tools, power tools, and cranes
  • Performing necessary maintenance work, such as replacing pumps, motors, chains ,spokets, cables, repair or replace drives, troubleshoot PLC logic, fabricate and mount guards, troubleshoot and adjust hydraulics.
  • Maintains personal safety equipment and promotes BCC Safety Regulations
  • Completes required PM’s and associated paperwork (CMMS System) Akron

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED (from an accredited institution)
  • Minimum of two years' experience performing mechanical OR electrical maintenance in a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge and experience reading electrical and hydraulic drawings/schematics

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge and experience working with combustion systems
  • Demonstrated knowledge and competencies relating to employee, equipment and product safety
  • Experience with equipment troubleshooting
  • Knowledge of mechanical and electrical repairing of machines, machine parts and maintenance practices
  • Experience with performing preventative maintenance on equipment
  • Five years experience performing mechanical and electrical maintenance in a manufacturing environment or foundry

Working Conditions:

  • Full time. Occasional weekend over-time work required.

Physical Demands:

  • Lifting : Moderately Heavy - Lift on an occasional basis a maximum of 40 pounds
  • Standing: Constantly (greater than 80% of workday)
  • Walking: Constantly (greater than 80% of workday)
  • Bending and Twisting: Constantly (greater than 80% of workday)
  • Temperature Extremes (percent of time working in non-climate controlled, production environment): Constantly (greater than 80% of workday)
  • Noise (percent of time working in noisy, production environment): Constantly (greater than 80% of workday)

This description is a general statement of duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. This description is not intended to be all inclusive and other related duties may be assigned.

  • 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.

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.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email: [email protected]

Howmet Wheel System is sold under Alcoa® Wheels brand which is a global leader in the commercial transportation industry, renowned for inventing the forged aluminum wheel in 1948. With a steadfast commitment to advancing technology, Alcoa Wheels has achieved a 35% weight reduction of forged aluminum wheels since 1996. The newest wheel ULT36 weighs a mere 36 lbs. Alcoa Wheels delivers breakthrough solutions with proprietary alloy and surface treatment technologies such as Dura-Bright®, Dura-Flange®, and Dura-Black®. All its innovative efforts make trucks, trailers, and buses lighter, more fuel-efficient, durable, and visually striking. With a global presence and extensive manufacturing capabilities, Alcoa® Wheels is dedicated to leading the industry toward a greener and more prosperous future.

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