Howmet is a world leader in the investment casting industry and is a leading supplier of superalloys, aluminum, and titanium components for aerospace, automotive, and commercial transportation applications. Our Wichita Falls location is on the front edge of the rapid growth in the aerospace and turbine industries.

This position is responsible for the quality, from purchase order to ship, of superalloy castings produced at our facility and will resolve manufacturing & shipment issues relative to customer specifications. Support the administration of quality manuals, continuous improvement initiatives & interaction with business center personnel on quality initiatives. Conceives, evaluates and implements Root cause analysis & corrective/preventative action determined as appropriate.

Tasks include developing and initiating standards and methods of inspection, testing and evaluation, inspecting to ensure that critical and complex aerospace components meet all customer specifications and blueprint requirements while implementing Cost reduction initiatives and part/process improvement activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

EXTERNAL CUSTOMER ESCAPES

• Investigates and analyzes root cause.
• Develops and implements correction and preventative action plans to include mistake proof solutions.

PERIODIC QUALIFICATION AND RE-QUALIFICATION

• Prepares L/O and MRB forms and additional support data to customer.
• Develops VSE/ESA requirements.

QUALITY AUDITS

• Formulates, performs and validates quality system and part audits

PROCESS CERTIFICATION

• Defines and implements control plans and FMEA per customer requirements
• Collects, analyzes and prepares statistical data per control plan

QUOTE PREP

• Reviews BOM and routing, Customer and Industry Specifications and B/P.

PART SHIPMENT

• Obtain certification as a customer release agent as required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution;
• 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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status.ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'),Political Asylee, or Refugee.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution preferred in the following disciplines: Mechanical, Material Science, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 months experience working in an internship or co-op capacity in a manufacturing or lab environment.
• Strong interpersonal and team work skills.
• Working knowledge of quality systems and requirements and how they relate to business (i.e. AS9100, NADCAP).
• Demonstrated proficiency in Root Cause and Corrective Action analysis and suiting methodology.
• Demonstrated use of structured problem-solving methods (i.e. 8D)
• Experience with APQP and PPAP is desirable.
• ASQ, CQA, and/or CQE preferred.
• Experience in aerospace or automotive.
• Excellent PC skills, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must work well in a team environment and commit to continuous improvement.

PRIMARY LOCATION: United States-TX-Wichita Falls WORK LOCATIONS US WTH Wichita Falls, Texas PO Box 1616, 6200 Central Frwy Wichita Falls 76307-1616 JOB: Operations ORGANIZATION: 02701-36801 Quality Systems SHIFT: Day Job JOB TYPE: Experienced HOURLY PAID OR SALARIED: Salaried JOB LEVEL: Salaried TRAVEL: Yes, 25 % of the Time JOB POSTING: Jun 30, 2021, 3:30:01 PM MINIMUM YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 0 / entry Level

Howmet Aerospace Inc. 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, and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, our differentiated technologies enable lighter, more fuel-efficient aircraft to operate with a lower carbon footprint.

We nurture an inclusive, respectful and values-based company culture, where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves. When they speak, we listen. When they act, we support. When they achieve, we recognize.