Wax NDI Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026. Howmet Aerospace scores A on the Alion truth index.
Howmet Aerospace’s Wichita Falls, TX facility has an opening for a Wax NDI Operator. This position will be filled byinternal employees.
MUST BE ABLE TO WORK 12 HOUR ROTATING NIGHT SHIFTS, 7:00 P.M TO 7:00 A.M. (2 on 2 off, 3 on 2 off, 2 on 3 off)
Hourly pay rate begins at $22.01(plus 1.00 shift differential for night shifts) The hourly pay rate at 9 months will be $27.32
All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Along with your pay, our company provides you with a comprehensive package of benefits that is competitive with other leading companies. Some of our benefits include: Paid vacation each year, based on length of service; paid holidays; 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match of up to 6% of your pre-tax contributions; Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period; Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire; Employee Life Insurance, and a Employee Assistant Program.
JOB SUMMARY:
NDI operators are responsible for the following skills: Inspection, Engraving, Wall Gauge, X-Ray (GE/DR). Trainees must successfully complete written and practical assessment of skills/knowledge at end of skills training.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Basic Computer Applications
- Must be able to read and interpret Product Criteria (PC) and Activity Instructions (AI).
- Must be able to function as a member of a team and be able to work under general supervision.
- Must be able to maintain expected quality levels.
- Comply with all site required policies and procedures including but not limited to: EHS, Quality, Code of Conduct and the Wichita Falls Employee Handbook.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. X-ray - Inspect patterns for core breaks
2. Log pieces into X-ray Log Book
3. Care and maintenance for X-ray badge
4. Wall gauge
5. Train to use Golden Spike and V374 Transducer
6. Sign out transducer in Log Book
7. Perform Audits, Fill out Audit Log Sheet
8. Inspect and Log Wall gauge and X-ray data into IPC
9. Communicate scrap issues with Die Tech, Team Leader and Supervisor
10. Set engraver depth
11. Engrave T.I.D.
12. Log issues in engraver book
13. Flex from x-ray to wall gauge or engraving as needed
14. Meet workflow and efficiency expectations
15. Distribute patterns to cell when time permits
16. Performs other duties as required.
17. Complies with all EHS rules related to the work environment.
18. Works Overtime as required.
19. Follows 5S rules and procedures.
20. Utilize help chain when needed. (Human Performance, BOLO)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/EQUIPMENT USED
1. Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee is required to execute the following:
- Reaching near, far and overhead.
- Pushing pulling, twisting and handling.
- Be able to lift from floor-to-waist, waist-to-chest and chest-to-overhead
- Be able to finger press, use a keyboard, mouse and tolerate hand/arm vibration
- Gripping and Pinching
- Carry items with two hands.
- Carry items with one hand.
- Work requires moderate physical effort including prolonged standing.
- Squatting/crouching/bending when retrieving stored items from lower shelves, moving equipment and product inspections.
- lifting >5 Lbs.
- Must pass Jaeger I eye exam.
2. Training:
- Each level takes minimum of 90 Days
- Pass written and proficiency test for each skill set.
- Completed Training Folder
3. Equipment Used:
- Hot Plates
- Hand tools
- Engraving Machine
- X-Ray Unit
- Gauging Fixtures
4. Work Environment:
- Works in air-conditioned area.
- Slight exposure to chemicals, fumes, oil, dust, noise and heat or cold.
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS
- Vision
QUALIFICATIONS:
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
- 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Basic Computer skills
- Knowledge of Wax Operations