Finisher/Rotofiler - 1st Shift

Precision Castparts Corp.; Groton, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Overtime

PTO

Medical coverage

401(k)

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. Groton site is seeking an operator to perform rotofiling, grit blasting, and grinding of welded castings under supervision. The role requires basic shop math and 6 months of manufacturing experience, with attention to quality and adherence to procedures.

You will read and follow shop travelers, operate various grinding tools, and ensure tolerances while maintaining a safe work environment. A steady schedule and overtime opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Requires 6 months of manufacturing experience.
• Reads and follows shop traveler instructions.
• Ability to operate manual grinding tools and grit blast equipment.
• Must wear PPE and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow process control and quality procedures for finishing operations.
• Read and follow shop traveler instructions; operate grit blast and grinding tools.
• Select appropriate tools for exterior and interior surface finishing to remove defects.
• Perform dig out on castings per NDT instructions.
• Mount and use burr gun; determine material to remove during belt cleanup.
• Manipulate tools to remove unwanted metal.
• Prepare casting defect area for weld repair.
• Ensure surface finish and tolerances; avoid damage.
• Report defective parts or unusual conditions to supervisor.
• Meet daily throughput goals within training scope.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Manual grinding

PPE usage

Process control

Read shop travelers

Tools

Grit blast equipment

Pneumatic tools

Bench grinders

Burr gun

Job description

Compensation

$18.75 - $28.00 (dependent on experience)

Schedule:

Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 3:30pm

Incentives:

Quarterly Incentive Bonus + Overtime Opportunities

Department

Mid-Fin

PURPOSE:

Under close supervision, performs a variety of rotofiling, grit blasting, hand and bench grinding operations to remove casting defects and smooth and finish the surface of welded castings.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Works to appropriate process control and quality procedures for finishing operations.
• Reads and follows shop traveler instructions.
  Operates manual and automatic grit blast equipment and handheld pneumatic and bench grinding tools and equipment.
• Selects appropriate tool to perform basic and routine exterior and interior surface finishing, scraping, deburring, to remove visual casting defects from the part.
• Performs "dig out" on selected castings according to NDT Department instructions.
• Selects and correctly mounts proper tool in burr gun. Also determines what will be removed by belt clean up.
• Manipulates tool or parts to remove unwanted metal.
• Prepares the casting defect area for weld repair by grinding proper weld repair cavity.
• Exercise care in handling and operation to avoid surface damage, cracking or over stressing of parts and to obtain required finish, dimensional and inter-relational tolerances.
• Detect and report defective parts or unusual conditions to lead or supervisor.
• Perform job functions within training and ability as assigned by lead or supervisor to meet daily throughput goals.
• Follow all prescribed safety procedures and wear PPE as prescribed in Hazard Assessment Form for the job.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires the use of judgment to plan, perform, and make decisions within standard procedures.
• Requires eye hand visual and manual dexterity to operate manual grinding tools along with continuous mental or visual attention requiring alertness.
• Physical demands to lift up to 20 lbs frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to wear PPE for finishing and grinding.

EDUCATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Requires the use of shop math plus decimals, fractions, formulas, specifications charts, tables, and adjustable measuring instruments requiring interpretation, preparations and posting.
• 6 months of manufacturing experience.

BENEFITS:

• Eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan
• 80 hours of paid time off annually, 8 paid holidays, 40 hours of sick time, and 2 floating holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate.
• Company-paid basic life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.

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.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $18.75 to $28.00 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays annually, consisting of 8 fixed holidays and 2 floating holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

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 comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

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.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.