Production Worker; Melter Technician – Weekend Nights Shift

Job Category:
Operations

Howmet Engines is a world-class producer of aero engine and industrial gas turbine components, including airfoils, rings, disks and forgings. We excel in vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts that enable the next generation of quieter, more fuel‑efficient aero engines and cleaner power generation. Howmet Dover Casting is a world-class supplier of complex, investment-cast turbine airfoils and other components for the aircraft engine and industrial gas turbine industries.

Howmet Dover Alloy is a world-class supplier of vacuum and air‑melted nickel‑ and cobalt‑based superalloys to aerospace, gas turbine, medical and other high‑technology industrial markets.

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking for a Melter Tech to join our Howmet Alloy plant in Dover, New Jersey. The work hours for this Weekend Nights Shift position are (Friday Night, Saturday Night and Sunday night 6PM‑6:30AM). Training on Days (M‑F 6:00A – 2:30P) will occur for several months. Anticipated Pay Range: $24 – $26 per hour. Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

Position will receive an hourly “shift premium” while assigned to an off‑shift.

We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, matching 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Performance Pay Bonus, Paid Time Off, Wellness Programs, EAP Program (free local gym membership) as well as other discounted benefits.

The Melter Technician’s role is to charge, operate, maintain, and clean melting and related equipment in accordance with Vacuum Alloy Manufacturing Process documented procedures and is responsible for daily operation of the vacuum furnaces.

• Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet Aerospace’s EHS values and policy statement and its accompanying principles;
• Comply with all department, facility, Corporate and Regulatory EH&S regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment;
• Report all job‑related illness and injuries (Per employee handbook);
• Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner;
• Attend all EH&S training.

• Melting unit operation (pumps, blower’s, etc.);
• Monitor operation of equipment and perform adjustments as needed to insure equipment effectiveness;
• Furnish Lab prelim requirements;
• Document and maintain accurate records and logs;
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment;
• Perform minor and preventative maintenance on equipment;
• Install, remove, and monitor operation of preheat torches;
• Follow all Melting techniques (Al’s, Melt Practices);
• Perform metal weighing of additions (if qualified) and verify prelim additions are correct;
• Data entry of melt card/log required;
• May be required to assist on multiple furnaces during a workday;
• Perform coil changes which will include confined space, LTV and operating the overhead crane to remove and install coils;
• Perform emergency and remedial procedures which may arise during the melting process;
• Spout and entry changes;
• Run the tube cleaner and keep area clean;
• Hot top molds and clean molds as required;
• Any other duties as assigned by Team Leader/Supervision;
• Assist in the training of new team members as needed;
• After training must be capable of running the “A”, “B”, “C” and W units;
• Must successfully complete Melter’s training and certification within prescribed timeframe.

• Coordinate shift and shift‑to‑shift communication activities during furnace changes, with melt team and maintenance;
• Record the progression of furnace changes on furnace change sheet and report any problems encountered to shift team leader;
• Pass on status of furnace change to the next shift melt team members and supervision;
• Complete furnace change safety audits:
• Confined Space
• Fall Protection
• Lockout/Tag Out/Verify
• Respirator Inspections
• Be accountable for the timely completion of furnace changes;
• Have all furnace changes supplies…