Foundry Operator

Precision Castparts Corp. •

Redmond, Oregon, United States

Position Type: Permanent

Job Description:

** Competitive Pay, Quarterly Cash Bonus, & Advancement Opportunities! **

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Job Description

Competitive Starting Pay
Amazing Bonus Program
Regular Performance Reviews
All Training Provided
Advancement Opportunities
Paid Vacation & Holidays
Excellent Benefits
Great 401(k) Program
Safe & Friendly Work Environment
4-Day Workweek (most jobs) & Optional Overtime

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Position supports the manufacturing process by the set-up and support of preparing invested molds, melting and pouring titanium alloy through the use of vacuum melting technology and equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Mold receiving, inspection, cleaning, and preparation.
Burnout furnace loading, start-up, shutdown, and general maintenance of burnout.
Melt furnace set-up, maintenance, and shutdown.
Melting, which includes cleaning between melts, transferring molds, alloy/skull changes, mold removal.
Lathe operation for parting electrodes, prepping stubs and welding electrodes by TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) process.
Operates forklift and overhead crane.
Assists in the training of other Foundry Operators.
Perform maintenance to keep a clean and trouble free foundry.
Maintain and file melting documentation.
Responsible for safe work practices by adhering to safety rules, safely operate all operating equipment and tools, identifying and reporting any safety problems.
Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge and understanding of Foundry and Quality Operating Manuals and Procedures at it pertains to the job functions.
Follow written and verbal instructions and pay close attention to detail.
Work well with limited supervision.
Work in a safe conscientious manner; adheres to safety rules.
Communicate both orally and in writing to co-workers and Supervisor.
Work with hands and posses a good mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work varying shifts and overtime as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of vacuum technology and mechanical aptitude preferred. Good math skills a plus.

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS:

Ability to work with hand and power tools. Ability to write, stoop, bend, and reach to perform daily job functions. Ability to exert up to 35 pounds force to lift and move molds and fixtures needed in and out of melt furnaces.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. &39;Green Card Holder&39;), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.

Job Ident #: 15277

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Foundry Operator

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