Masker Trainee 1st Shift

Howmet Aerospace in Branford, CT is currently hiring highly motivated and energetic candidates to join their team. Howmet Aerospace is a leading provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries worldwide. The Branford facility is focused on producing jet engine components that are essential for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications. With over 50 years of experience in the Branford facility, we are proud to contribute to the development of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines, and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, please visit www.howmet.com.

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Job Summary

We are currently looking for a candidate to fill the role of Masker Trainee - 1st Shift. This position will perform a variety of masking procedures covering blades, vanes and other parts from OEM customers, in order to protect them from exposure to various in-house processes.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs assignments utilizing a variety of masking tapes, hot waxes, liquid and powder solutions and fixtures as determined appropriate for each job.
• Perform dry masking using powder, cups and a dry press machine to protect specific areas on parts per work instructions supplied.
• Ability to follow instructions from internal routers, departmental operating manual and/or visual pictures as needed.
• Use razor blades, flat and pointed diamond files, scalpels, sticks brushed, foot-operated syringe machine and fixed gauges to apply proper amounts and complete work in an accurate and timely manner.
• Follow established procedures and as appropriate mixes binder to solution and adds thinner to obtain proper flow consisting of liquid mask.
• Dip parts into solution as needed or uses hand held devices to apply liquid mask ensuring complete protection to specified area(s).
• Procedures may call for filling internal crevices using powder or hot wax mask to specific parts.
• Monitor activities and inspect own work to assure proper mask is applied, prior to releasing parts to next process on operation.
• As parts are returned individual may be required to demask, remove wax and deburr parts as instructed.
• As work is completed, move cartons into designated location for pickup.
• Fill out all related paperwork, i.e., routers and/or internal records following standard operating procedures.
• Ability to use proper and safe containerization methods for all hazardous waste.
• Keep work area clean according to 6’S standards.
• Adhere to all company safety rules and practices and wears protective equipment as directed.
• Perform other job duties as needed or directed by management.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Candidate must be able to read and write in English.
• 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 entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence or documentation.
• Good math skills with the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Good organizational skills in maintaining a variety of records and reports.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will usually work in a shop environment with exposure to loud noise, heat/fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and moving mechanical parts with a risk of electrical shock.

Salary & Benefits

• Starting salary $22.00
• External hires are eligible for a $1,000 sign on bonus.
• Benefit package includes, Medical, Dental, Visual, vacation, and more eligible from day one.
• Excellent benefits/401K vested from day one.

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 $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, 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 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We 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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