Braze Process Engineer - Plant 10 - Military Veterans

RESPONSIBILITIES

Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com . Follow @howmet: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube .

Job Roles

• Systems thinker--sees the business and its operation holistically; understands actions and reactions; considers multiple pathways of potential effect before decisions; thinks strategically about interventions with an eye toward scale
• Optimizer--constantly challenging the organization to work smarter; supports others to ensure they have what they need to do their work successfully
• Anticipation--looks ahead to minimize potential issues and maximize advantages; prepares others for what comes next
• Operational accelerator--drives continuous improvement; understands ramifications of automation and other advances; advocates for safety, ergonomics and scalable solutions
• Organization and structure--works within existing structures while striving to improve and standardize them; provides accurate information; galvanizes others toward common goals
• Influence--leverages knowledge, relationship, data and perspective to persuade, educate and navigate; gains buy in and adoption of ideas and practices at scale; interacts with a variety of stakeholders
• Data informed--focused on things that drive quantifiable business outcomes; evaluates based on quantitative feedback; knows and explains the "why" behind actions
• Prioritized reaction--handles the unexpected without losing sight of important objectives; reacts where greatest leverage points exist
• Relationship--connects individually and with teams across shifts and practices; builds rapport and commonality; creates a "win together" ethic; serves as liaison between shop floor and engineering; keeps the pulse of the floor; helps people feel heard

Job Responsibilities:

• Determines root cause of deviations from critical process specifications to resolve Braze related issues
• Educates and trains operators about proper procedures and processes, including creating/revising work instructions and training materials. Drives improvement through implementing and maintaining feedback systems.
• Institutes proper monitoring of the Braze department performance to ensure financial targets are met (yields, rework)
• Fosters continuous improvement by utilizing process management, control plans, Cpk monitoring, etc
• Acts with an innovative spirit, willing to challenge the status quo and seek the implementation of improved processes and new technology, including increased automation
• Develops best practices to improve production capacity, quality, and reliability
• Works with automation team to increase first time yield and equipment uptime on automated equipment. Develops improved preventative maintenance programs to promote improvement of automated processes.
• Supports Heat Treat Process Owner to maintain NADCAP certification
• Pursues elimination of waste, the improvement of equipment reliability and efficiency, and the reduction of operating costs.

QUALIFICATIONS

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of an organization.
• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and/or Black Belt
• Experience working with controls/programming robotics
• Demonstrated ability to create and deliver adult training in technical topics
• Experience with brazing, welding, and/or metal joining systems and the ability to apply these within a manufacturing environment
• Technical knowledge of heat treatment thermal processing with an emphasis on brazing processes
• Demonstrated methodical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment and related issues.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

ABOUT US

About Howmet Aerospace

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 $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, 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 2023 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report .

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Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and 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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