Materials Technician - Packaging (3rd Shift)

Howmet Fastening Systems is looking for a Materials Technician II for 3rd shift to join our Waco, TX team. This position performs all tasks performed by Material Tech I & II consisting of: coordination and movement of materials within the packaging operations and other areas as required; packaging, labeling, and loading product for shipment; accepting, verifying, and recording of incoming materials and supplies from outside vendors; physically lift, place, and carry items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds for moderate distances.

Responsibilities:

• Operate equipment and perform duties as related to functional area of assignment, listed below, and be familiar with safety, environmental, and emergency procedures for equipment in that functional area.
• Review work orders to determine customer specific packaging and labeling requirements for work in process.
• Setup and run box erector/gluer, packaging machines, label printer/applicators, palletizers and stretch wrapping machines.
• Accurately input data into computer systems to record production quantities through work order completions.
• Take appropriate action to correct identified inaccuracies.
• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment to load, unload, and transport material to designated locations in a safe and efficient manner.
• Load stock into trailers or staging areas in accordance with inbound advice instructions, verifying accuracy of system data.
• Load packaging lines/hoppers with forklift for packaging operations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to production equipment.
• Numerous miscellaneous general warehouse tasks, including 5s tasks/activities and dept improvements.
• Ensures that all electronic and manual transactions are completed with a high degree of accuracy.
• Performs inbounding operations of completed finished goods work orders.
• Demonstrates a knowledge of and commitment to learn manufacturing principles and techniques.
• Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.
• Maintains full compliance and conducts all activities in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in warehouse or packaging operations.
• 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.
• Must be able to read, write and accurately perform routing math calculations.
• Must be able to interact positively with other individuals to function effectively in a team-based environment.
• Must have mechanical aptitude and ability.
• Must be able to operate basic computer systems and programs.
• Must be able to learn computer-based applications and equipment.

Benefits: The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. The salary range for this position is $15.25 - $19.06 / hour.

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.

Howmet fastening systems are the premier aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, bearings, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose to tail on commercial and military defense aircraft, as well as on jet engines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.