Inspector Trainee 2nd Shift

Location: Branford, CT, United States Department: Operations

Howmet Aerospace in Branford, CT is currently hiring highly motivated and energetic candidates to join their team. Howmet Aerospace is a leading provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries worldwide. The Branford facility is focused on producing jet engine components that are essential for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications. With over 50 years of experience in the Branford facility, we are proud to contribute to the development of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines, and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, please visit www.howmet.com.

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We are currently looking for a candidate to fill the role of Inspector Trainee for a 2nd Shift opening. This position is responsible for the determination of accept/reject status of components as compared to company instruction and/or customer requirements, throughout various stages of in-process work ensuring the accuracy of all findings.  All training necessary to successfully perform this job will be provided in-house by Howmet.

Job Responsibilities

Review work instructions, stored electronically and written in English, for each job assignment to ensure compliance with product requirements.

Knowledge of and adherence to, Company quality procedures.

Ability to interpret instructions, blueprints, and inspection requirements.

Identify coat vs. no-coat areas on component blueprints when required.

Set up, program, and operate dot-peen equipment.

Will be expected to cross-train other Inspectors as needed or directed.

Transport cartons of work between operations as required.

Ability to use proper and safe containerization methods for all hazardous waste.

Responsible for the completion of any/all routers and reports including computer reports) in a legible and timely manner.

Keep work area clean according to 6’S standards.

Adhere to applicable quality standards, company policies and procedures, customer requirements, and safety initiatives.

Perform other job duties as needed or directed by management.

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

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. Appropriate substantiating documentation is required.

Preferred Qualifications

1-3 Years of manufacturing experience highly desired.

Experience in a quality-related or inspection position.

Skills & Abilities

Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence or documentation.

Good math skills with the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Good organizational skills in maintaining a variety of records and reports.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will usually work in a shop environment with exposure to loud noise, heat/fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and moving mechanical parts with a risk of electrical shock.

Salary & Benefits

Starting salary commensurate with experience

Benefit package includes, Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation and more - eligible from day one.

Excellent benefits/401K vested from day one.