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Plastic Trimmer, 1st shift

Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace

Cleveland, OH, USA
USD 17-17 / hour
Posted on Jan 3, 2026
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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 $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, 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 2024 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.
If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) from an accredited institution (Required)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ability to lift 40 pounds
  • Minimum of 1-year experience operating plastic injection machine
  • General Manufacturing Experience
  • Ability to effectively work AND communicate as part of a cell team

While not exposed to hazardous materials, this position requires wearing PPE (personal protection equipment). Following all basic safety precautions will reduce risk of potential injury. This position requires anywhere from light to moderate physical activity, such as walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time, as well as some lifting.

Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Production Area Lead, the Plastic Trimmer position is accountable for:

  • This position is responsible for removing flash from injected plastic pieces with the use of hand tools
  • Using provided hand tools to remove flash from injected plastic pieces.
  • Responsible for quality of the pieces you trim.
  • Using provided hand tool to remove flash from injected plastic pieces.
  • Meeting department production needs.
  • Responsible for showing the supervisor first piece.
  • Notify Leader or Manufacturing Mgr. of any plastic parts with defects and/or quality issues
  • Visually inspect parts for various defects.
  • Record production for labor reporting

Organization Location: 3960 S Marginal Rd, Cleveland, OH 44114

Choice of Shifts: All shifts are Monday – Friday

  • 5 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
  • 6 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
  • 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Salary: $17 /hr.

Qualifications:

Benefits:

  • Competitive wages
  • Flexibility with shift starting time
  • Clean, air-conditioned work facility (even on factory floor)
  • 401k savings plan includes 3% of your eligible compensation, and a match of your deferred pre-tax savings dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your base pay
  • Tobacco-Free Credit
  • Medical, Dental, Disability, Vision, and Life Insurance available
  • Vacation Eligibility

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.

Howmet Aerospace’s Mission and Values:

Everyone, Everyday, Everywhere… We win when our customers win; we innovate, deliver, and operate as world class. We excel as high-performance teams safely, with respect and integrity.

Howmet Aerospace holds a leading, global position in commercial transportation and military defense aircraft markets. Working in close partnership with our customers, we solve complex engineering challenges to transform the way we fly, drive, and power. Through the ingenuity of our people and cutting-edge advanced manufacturing techniques, we deliver these high-quality products at an efficient rate that ensure customer success, shareholder value, and strive to improve the fuel economy. Howmet Aerospace is where your career takes flight!

Howmet Aerospace - Tempcraft is a key internal supplier to Howmet Engine Systems (HES) through two Business Centers:

  • Patterns Business Center (Wax Patterns, Molds, and Plastic Airfoils)
  • Tooling Business Center (Wax, Plastic and Ceramic Injection Core Tooling, Fixtures, and Gauges)

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