Processing Technician--Heat Treat

Howmet Fastening Systems is looking for a Processing Technician in our Heat Treat department.  This role is responsible for operating all equipment to perform heat treating, plating, wastewater treatment, or waste oil treatment processes.  The position will perform quality checks and complete production work orders and/or related documents.  When performing any tasks involving hazardous chemicals or hazardous waste, the Processing Technician will follow the regulations and requirements of SPCC Plan, RCRA regulations and operating procedures involving hazardous chemicals outlined in the Huck Fasteners Environmental management. This position will be based in our Waco, TX plant.

Responsibilities:

• Operate mechanical and electro-plating equipment, and other metal finishing processes, and be familiar with plating methods and metal finishing procedures.
• Must be able to read charts and graphs and follow instructions closely.
• Must have working knowledge of measuring equipment and accurately weigh and mix chemicals per instructions.
• Control pollution treatment tanks per instructions.
• Must be able to read charts and graphs.
• Perform job duties in compliance with quality standards.
• Responsible for the proper care and maintenance of equipment.
• Read charts and graphs and follow instructions closely with minimal supervision.
• Follow instructions closely.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Wear safety equipment as required and work safely at all times.
• Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.
• Make out production reports, timecards and other reports or forms as required.
• Operators of power equipment will be responsible for checking oil, water, fuel, etc. before and during the operation of said equipment.
• Maintain full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conducts all activities in accordance with the Howmet Code of Conduct.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of and commitment to lean manufacturing principles and techniques.  Performs all work activities in accordance with safety and environmental standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• When performing any tasks involving hazardous chemicals or hazardous waste, follow the regulations and requirements of RPCC Plan, SPCC Plan, RCRA regulations and operating procedures involving hazardous chemicals outlined in the Environmental management.

Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year in an industrial environment
• 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.

Benefits/Salary: The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.