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If you're organized, analytical, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this is an opportunity to build your career with a global aerospace leader.\nAs a Quality Technician, you'll play a key role in maintaining our Quality Management System, supporting production, and ensuring the precision and compliance our aerospace customers expect.\nCompensation & Benefits\nStarting Pay: $24.00+/hour (Based on experience and certifications)\n$3,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible external hires\nComprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance\n401(k) Retirement Plan\nPaid Vacation & Holidays\nShift differentials\nCareer Growth & Advancement Opportunities\nOvertime opportunities\nStable, industry-leading aerospace manufacturer\nWhat You'll Do\nAs a Quality Technician, you'll support quality assurance activities throughout the manufacturing process while working closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams.\nResponsibilities include:\nPerform source inspections using customer specifications, engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality documentation.\nReview product documentation to ensure compliance with customer requirements prior to product release (DSQR/Product Release activities).\nMaintain quality records through document control, including scanning, filing, and record retention.\nUpdate work instructions, routers, quality documents, and manufacturing paperwork.\nSupport the administration of the Certified Operator/Inspector Program, including employee training, testing, auditing, and documentation.\nConduct quality audits of parts being manufactured and verify compliance with internal procedures and customer requirements.\nCollect, review, and maintain Statistical Process Control (SPC) data to support process improvement.\nAssist with Material Review Board (MRB) documentation, corrective actions, supplier returns, and quality reporting.\nVerify inspection reports and quality documentation for completeness and accuracy.\nSupport internal special processes and continuous improvement initiatives.\nPerform internal process audits and help ensure compliance with our Quality Management System.\nCollaborate with multiple departments to resolve quality concerns while maintaining positive working relationships.\nWhat We're Looking For\nWe're looking for someone who is:\nHighly organized and systematic, with the ability to manage multiple customer-specific requirements and quality processes.\nSelf-motivated and able to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\nA strong communicator who works collaboratively across departments.\nDetail-oriented with excellent documentation skills.\nComfortable learning and retaining technical information and customer requirements.\nAble to think critically, solve problems, and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.\nWhy Howmet Aerospace?\nThe products we manufacture support commercial aerospace and defense industries where quality is essential. Every inspection, audit, and document you complete helps ensure safe, reliable products reach our customers.\nAt Howmet Aerospace, your contributions matter. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality while developing new skills and advancing your career in a collaborative environment.\nIf you're looking for a rewarding role where precision, continuous improvement, and teamwork drive success, apply today and let your career take flight with Howmet Aerospace.\nEducation\nHigh School Diploma or GED required.\nTechnical, manufacturing, or quality-related education is a plus.\nPreferred Experience\nAssociates degree in a technical field. \nQuality experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace.\nExperience with document control and quality record management.\nFamiliarity with customer specifications, engineering drawings, and inspection requirements.\nExperience working with ISO9001 and/or AS9100 QMS standards\nExperience with Statistical Process Control (SPC).\nKnowledge of DSQR (Designated Quality Representative/Product Release) processes is preferred.\nExperience performing internal quality audits.\nProficiency with Microsoft Excel, including sorting, filtering, and organizing data.\nStrong computer and documentation skills.\nStrong mathematical aptitude and attention to detail.\nEmployment Eligibility:\nEmployees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 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