QUALITY TECHNICIAN - Thermatech

Howmet Aerospace, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube. 

This Quality Technician position will be located in our Plant 4 Thermatech Operation in Whitehall, MI. 

As a Quality Technician, the responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Efficient preparation, evaluation & overview of product/paperwork to certify shipments.
• Interpret customer requirements and prepare documents in support of MRB submittal.
• Validate quality system compliance and perform product audits.
• Collect and prepare statistical data reports.
• Interpret customer contractual requirements in support of shipments/MRB.
• Final decision on product quality.

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of one-year experience performing quality tasks in a manufacturing environment.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience as Quality Technician, Inspector, or Quality Auditor in a manufacturing environment.
• PC experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with scientific quality tools.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to utilize customer web sites to upload data/review results.
• Must be energetic and a self-starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere.
• Resolve and provide clarity to work instructions 
• Experience partnering with engineers on special products.  
• Designated Supplier Quality Representative (DSQR) experience
• Experience working in Metallurgical Laboratory (MET LAB) a plus
• Proficient in Oracle Applications