Ceramic Core Maker: Independent, High-Precision

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. in Portland, OR, is seeking a skilled operator to fabricate ceramic cores using low/high pressure injection and invested core processes.

The role requires independent work to maintain smooth production flow and adherence to process specifications. Responsibilities include slurry makeup and testing, invested core processing, high/low pressure injection, plasma spraying, finishing and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience with ceramics or investing preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret Process Control Procedures, Technique Cards and other technical specifications.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to assess out-of-norm situations, institute corrective actions, and maintain production flow.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

Responsibilities

• Essential Job Functions cover Slurry Makeup and Testing, Invested Core Processing, High/Low Pressure Injection, Plasma Spraying, Setter Production, Core Repair, Firing, Safety, and Other Duties as needed.
• Performs maintenance on equipment and packs logs and records; meets production and quality standards.

Skills

Process control interpretation

Independent work

Problem solving

Math calculations

Communication

Tools

High shear mixer

Thermometer

pH meter

Viscosity cup

Slurry pots

Planetary mixer

Leach tank

Knives and files

Hot wax tanks

Pallet jacks

Hand grinders

Hand drills

Masonry saws

Job description

Precision Castparts Corp. in Portland, OR, is seeking a skilled operator to fabricate ceramic cores using low/high pressure injection and invested core processes.

The role requires independent work to maintain smooth production flow and adherence to process specifications. Responsibilities include slurry makeup and testing, invested core processing, high/low pressure injection, plasma spraying, finishing and safety compliance.