Howmet Aerospace · Waco, TX

Machining Technician II

Waco, TX, United StatesOn-siteFull-timeSkilled Trades & Maintenance

Listed on Howmet Aerospace’s official careers site. Posted November 6, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.

Apply on Howmet Aerospace’s careers site →

Responsibilities

Job Summary

This role is responsible for working with close tolerances, setting up and operating a variety of manual and/or CNC metal cutting machines. The position will read and interpret blueprints, engineering sketches, and diagrams and produce items for a variety of applications.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate a variety of manual and/or CNC metal cutting machines such as mills, lathes, grinders, and related equipment. Produce items including tooling for production machines, repair parts, installation tooling parts, and fastener prototypes. Read and interpret blueprints and sketches to determine specifications of items to be produced. Read gauges, micrometers, scales, calipers, and related precision measuring equipment to determine item conformance to specifications.

Perform work to dimensional tolerances. Perform routine maintenance and adjustments on machine tools and equipment. Prepare production reports, timecards, and other reports or forms in both manual and electronic formats. Maintain a clean and orderly work area in accordance with 5-S principles. Perform all work activities in accordance with safety and environmental standards. Maintains full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conducts all activities in accordance with the Arconic Guide to Business Conduct.

Demonstrates a knowledge of and commitment to lean manufacturing principles and techniques. Performs all work activities in accordance with safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. 3+ years of experience setting up and operating manual and/or CNC machine tools to perform precision metal cutting and shaping operations. Good communication skills & knowledge of basic shop math Ability to read, write and understand basic instructions in standard English. Technical school education in machining is preferred 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.

Benefits/Salary Range

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays, and vacation.

More jobs at Howmet Aerospace

Maintenance Manager

Fullerton, CA, United States

Maintenance Mechanic

Brea, CA, United States

Maintenance Mechanic

Hampton, VA, United States

Similar jobs at other companies

Machining Technician - 2nd Shift

Cummins · Morristown, TN

Manufacturing Technician - 5 Axis Machining

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries · Sutton, MA, US

Maintenance Automation Technician- Machining - shift 3

BorgWarner · Seneca - South Carolina - USA

OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. Dates come from the employer where stated; “first seen” and “last checked” are our own observations.