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CNC TECHNICIAN - Plant 3

Howmet Aerospace

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Compensation
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Location
Whitehall, MI
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Job overview

Howmet Aerospace is hiring a CNC TECHNICIAN - Plant 3. The CNC Technician will work in the Whitehall Casting Operation, providing off‑shift manufacturing support, troubleshooting CNC production issues, designing fixturing, reducing cycle time and tooling costs, supporting continuous improvement, creating and maintaining CNC programs, and contributing to overall operational efficiency.

Key focus areas include Provide off‑shift manufacturing support and problem‑solve CNC production issues, Design fixturing and select tooling for new castings, and Spearhead cycle time and tooling cost reduction efforts.

Important skills include CNC Set-Up, CNC Machining, CNC Programming, and CAD/CAM. Preferred (not required): NX, SolidWorks, Mastercam, and CAD Systems.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CNC Set-UpCNC MachiningCNC ProgrammingCAD/CAMNXSolidWorksMastercamCAD SystemsMazakHaasFadalHurcoRenishaw Probe ProgrammingMicrosoft WordMechanical AptitudeBlueprint ReadingOral CommunicationCommunicationProblem-Solving Acumen

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED5+ Years Manufacturing Environment With Hands-on CNC ExperienceLegally Authorized to Work in the United StatesAssociate Degree in a Technical Discipline

Full job description

This CNC TECHNICIAN will be in our Whitehall Casting Operation with primary responsibilities to include, but are not limited to,

  • Provide off-shift manufacturing support and problem-solving CNC production issues.

  • Design fixturing / select tooling for new castings

  • Spear head cycle time and tooling cost reduction efforts

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives

  • Create new CNC programs

  • Maintain CNC program directory.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.

  • Minimum of five years working in manufacturing environment with hands-on CNC experience with CNC set-up and machining.

  • Experience with CNC programming using CAD/CAM

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate degree in a technical discipline preferred

  • Experience with NX, Solid Works, Mastercam programming language/software, CAD systems and Mazak, Haas, Fadal, Hurco CNC machines a plus

  • Renishaw Probe programming

  • PC literate in Microsoft Word and Excel

  • Mechanical aptitude and blueprint reading skills

  • Good oral and written communication skills.

  • Strong problem-solving acumen.

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 (https://www.linkedin.com/company/howmet-aerospace) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/howmetaerospace) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/howmetaerospace/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Howmetaerospace/) , and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/howmetaerospace) .

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.

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