Machine Operator VI, Heading CIT

Howmet Aerospace

Location: Carson, CA 90745, US
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 – Business and Financial Operations
Posted: Tuesday, 13 October 2026
Valid Through: Thursday, 12 November 2026

Job Description

Howmet Aerospace is hiring a Machine Operator VI, Heading CIT in Carson, CA. This is a full-time position.

Basic Qualifications
  • 10 years of related experience.
  • Experience working with Inspection Tools (Micrometer, Caliper, Drop gages, etc.)
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
  • Employee 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:

Experience with National, Okuma, and Waterbury.Salary Range: ' $37.00 - 46.00/hr + Shift Differential and eligibility for annual bonuses

Shift: Header Machinist ' 1 st shift

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a 1st Shift, Machine Operator VI, Heading CIT for our Carson, California location.
  • Key Responsibilities:
    • Sets, troubleshoots and operates onsize heading machines, as required.
    • Efficiently produces quality products that meet all expectations utilizing manufacturing drawings, process control documents, training materials, and departmental work instructions.
    • Utilize all internal forms of measuring devices, such as micrometers, calipers, gages, etc.
    • Communicates all pertinent and/or necessary information to fellow employees.
    • Gathers materials for production such as: part drawings, tool drawings, production schedules, production requirements, production reports, etc.
    • Reports production and set-up in the production tracking system.
    • Detects and reports faulty machine and/or equipment conditions, material anomalies, part / tool drawing discrepancies or other unusual shop floor activities.
    • Keeps machines in best operating conditions, including replacing worn fasteners, machine parts or tooling.
    • Required to participate in and/or conduct trainings with new department staff.
    • Support with improvements to keep machines performing
    • Provides support to operators, lead and supervisors
    • Drive throughput, reliability, and quality
    • Troubleshoot set-up issues
    • Monitor tooling performance and provide feedback
    • Proficiently sets up, operates, and trouble shoots machinery for self/others

Education Requirements

high school

Skills

Please see the job description for required or recommended skills.

Benefits

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