Inspector - 1st Shift
Listed on Howmet Aerospace’s official careers site. Posted August 20, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
Apply on Howmet Aerospace’s careers site →Job description
Howmet Wheel System is sold under Alcoa® Wheels brand which is a global leader in the commercial transportation industry, renowned for inventing the forged aluminum wheel in 1948. With a steadfast commitment to advancing technology, Alcoa Wheels has achieved a 35% weight reduction of forged aluminum wheels since 1996. The newest wheel ULT36 weighs a mere 36 lbs. Alcoa Wheels delivers breakthrough solutions with proprietary alloy and surface treatment technologies such as Dura-Bright®, Dura-Flange®, and Dura-Black®.
All its innovative efforts make trucks, trailers, and buses lighter, more fuel-efficient, durable, and visually striking. With a global presence and extensive manufacturing capabilities, Alcoa® Wheels is dedicated to leading the industry toward a greener and more prosperous future.
Responsibilities
1st-shift opportunities 7:00AM - 3:00PM $23.03/hr Looking for a career change? You deserve the best... and so do we! Take the first step toward a better future with a career at Howmet! Are you an energetic and dependable employee that takes pride in your craft? Would you like to be part of a dynamic and growing manufacturing business in Barberton, OH? Our organization is dedicated to rapid, profitable growth through continuous capital investment, operational excellence, and career development.
Howmet is a company that promotes and develops from within with worldwide opportunities and we're looking for someone like you to join our team in an entry-level full-time Inspector role in a production environment. If you are interested in training for a new career with our facility, we encourage you to apply!
Company Benefits
We offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with financial security, health, and well-being. In addition to competitive pay, we off a variety of benefit programs. Medical, Life, Dental and Vision Plans 401(k) Program with a Company Match Performance Pay based on company results Paid vacation accrual 10 annual paid holidays Employee discount programs $23.03 Position Summary: This entry level role will be responsible for manufacturing environment and safely operate production equipment to meet quality and production targets.
Training will be provided.
Essential Duties
- Follows all safety procedures
- Performs compliance checks and completes paperwork, documentation, and reports Visually inspects wheels for defects or malformations
- Ensures the quality of the parts that he/she produces - including the inspection of all dimensional requirements according to the control plan and overall appearance of the parts
- Completes required paperwork
- Participates in TPM activities
- Ensures that 5S requirements are met
- Assists in problem solving of identified problems in the department
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Training will be provided to the selected candidate! Entry level candidates encouraged to apply! 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. High School Diploma, GED, or 2 years of work experience Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years’ work experience Manufacturing experience Data entry/computer skills Physical Demands : Lifting : Medium - Lift on an occasional basis a maximum of 40 pounds with frequent or constant lifting of 25 pounds Standing : Constantly (greater than 80% of workday)
Walking
Constantly (greater than 80% of workday)
Bending and Twisting
Constantly (greater than 80% of workday) Temperature Extremes (percent of time working in non-climate controlled, production environment) : Constantly (greater than 80% of workday) Noise (percent of time working in noisy, production environment) : Constantly (greater than 80% of workday) This description is a general statement of duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. This description is not intended to be all inclusive and other related duties may be assigned
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