TOOLMAKER

Toolmaker
Location: Winsted, CT

Join our growing Aerospace team! We are seeking an experienced Toolmaker to join our 2nd shift team at our Winsted, CT facility.

As a Toolmaker, you will build, inspect, rework, and maintain fixtures and gages to extremely close tolerances of +0.0002/-0.0002. This role is critical to maintaining product integrity and quality through precision tooling and gage inspection.

• Build and rework gages and fixtures.
• Make design changes to tooling and fixtures.
• Diagnose and correct fixture and gage problems.
• Evaluate tool designs for tool room rework capability.
• Perform machining and grinding of details.
• Perform gage surveillance and maintain gage certification.
• Provide tooling support to the production floor.
• Partner with Engineering and Layout.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Maintain certified Toolmaker status.
• Actively participate in and promote all EHS and Quality programs and policies.
• Follow policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The products we manufacture support important industries, including transportation, national defense, and critical energy infrastructure. The quality of our products is essential to the people and industries that rely on them.

Every employee plays an important role in maintaining product quality. As a Toolmaker, your precision, attention to detail, and commitment to quality help ensure that non-conforming products do not reach our customers.

• Starting payrate $32 plus BOE
• External hires are eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Vacation
• 401(k)
• Overtime opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package

Apply for the Toolmaker opportunity today!

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Two years technical college or trades school certification required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and ability to problem solve complex issues.
• Familiarity with computer operations

Experience:

• This position requires a minimum of 3 years tool making experience.

Additional information: 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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Compensation and Benefits:

If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location.

Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
• Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans
• Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our Story:

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email: TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com