Production Technician II - Blind Products 2nd or 3rd Shift

* High school graduate preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.


* An associate's degree in a technical field related to manufacturing, such as machining, is preferred.


* Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience performing moderately complex mechanical work.


* Experience in assigned equipment set-up and operation.


* Ability to set-up and operate multiple equipment types (pin heading, sleeve heading, pin rolling, band annealing, drilling and/or assembly.) Ability to train operators in equipment set-up and operation.


* Ability to read and interpret product blueprints.


* Ability to use inspection gages and instruments.


* Good communications and interpersonal skills.


* Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.

Job Summary

Responsible for the production of parts meeting print and specification requirements.

Also responsible for the care and maintenance of equipment.

Must function as a tooling readiness specialist when directed by the Manufacturing Supervisor.

Train other operators, as required.

Must show by example a commitment to continuous improvement.



* Production of parts meeting drawing and specification requirements.


* Set-up and operation of equipment, as assigned.


* Perform statistical process control measurements and calculations.

Complete forms or computer entries as required.


* Order and maintain inventory levels of required tooling, gages and supplies.


* Participate in assuring team tooling and material readiness.

(Assemble tooling set-up kits, stage raw materials and perform external setup tasks, as required)


* Participate in setting and achieving team and individual productivity and quality targets.


* Participate with team in continuous improvement efforts.


* Perform machine inspections including daily, weekly and monthly preventative maintenance tasks.


* Perform shop floor housekeeping duties.


* Prepare daily production reports and forms.


* Train other operators as required.


* Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.


* Maintains full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conducts all activities in accordance with the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct.


* Demonstrates a knowledge of and commitment to learn manufacturing principles and techniques.


* Performs all work activities in accordance with safety and environmental standards.

Performs other duties as assigned.