General Forge Helper 5pm-5am Temp to Hire

Howmet Engine Systems has an immediate opening for a Manufacturing General Forge Helper to assist in the manufacturing process at our facility in Rochester, NY.  

Basic Function:

Work in all metal forgings positions to assist operators in the completion of customer orders. This position is based in our Rochester, NY facility.  Candidates should be shift flexible and able to work 12-hour shifts. 

Responsibilities: 

• Assist in the set-up and operation of hydraulic industrial forging equipment


• Set, adjust and monitor CN programs to process hot and cold forging rings


• Measure and record dimensions of forgings using scales, calipers and other tools


• Set, adjust and monitor furnaces to ensure material is heated properly and fully


• Follow all Howmet quality procedures to meet customer requirements


• Read and interpret travelers to create forgings meeting customer prints 


• Interpret basic drawings to ensure parts and tooling are conforming


• Visually inspect parts to identify and notify engineering of defects


• Use forklifts and manipulators to transport and move hot and cold material


• Perform preventative maintenance daily


• Clean, paint and maintain assigned cell as required by your supervisor


• Work with other departments and shifts to ensure business needs are met


• Follow all safety procedures and assist in notification of improvement areas


• Strong teamwork skills in order to work with different teams and leads on a daily basis


• May be required to wear a respirator or supplied air system


• Other duties as assigned by management

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Ability to read a ruler and compete basic arithmetic


• Must be able to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.


• Ability to multi-task and overcome obstacles as they arise


• Continuously lift up to 30 lbs


• Ability to work 12 hour shifts


• Available to work nights and weekends

Salary Range:            $18/hour

• ​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.