Wax NDI Operator

Job Information

Location: PO Box 1616, 6200 Central Frwy, Wichita Falls, TX, , US (On-site)

Job Schedule: Full time

Position Type: WAX NDI Operator

Shift: 12 hour rotating night shifts (7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m., 2 on 2 off, 3 on 2 off, 2 on 3 off)

Payment: $21.27 per hour (plus $1.00 shift differential). At 9 months: $26.40 per hour

Benefits: Paid vacation, paid holidays, 401(k) with up to 6% company match, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, employee assistance program.

Success dependent on: background check and drug screen

Export-controlled data: Employment offers contingent on ability to lawfully obtain access.

NDI operators are responsible for inspection, engraving, wall gauge, and X‑ray (GE/DR).

• Basic computer applications
• Read and interpret Product Criteria (PC) and Activity Instructions (AI)
• Team member working under general supervision
• Maintain expected quality levels
• Comply with all site required policies and procedures including EHS, Quality, Code of Conduct, and the Wichita Falls Employee Handbook

Physical Demands: Stair climbing, reaching near/far/overhead, pushing, pulling, twisting and handling, lifting from floor–waist, waist–chest, chest–overhead, finger pressing, use of keyboard/mouse with hand/arm vibration tolerance, gripping, pinching, carrying items with two or one hands, moderate effort with prolonged standing, squatting/crouching/bending, lifting >5 lbs, pass Jaeger I eye exam.

Training: Minimum 90 days per level, pass written and proficiency test for each skill set, completed training folder.

Equipment Used: Hot plates, hand tools, engraving machine, X‑ray unit, gauging fixtures.

Work Environment: Air‑conditioned area with slight exposure to chemicals, fumes, oil, dust, noise, heat or cold.

Medical Surveillance Requirements: Vision.

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification at hire; no visa sponsorship available.

• Experience in manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of Wax operations.

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 $7.4 B in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and light weighting, contributing to customer success and a positive impact on the world.

To learn more about our sustainability initiatives, review the 2024 ESG report at

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 deliver high‑performance parts that enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner, and more fuel‑efficient aerospace engines, supplying over 90 % of structural and rotating engine components.