Forge Helper

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Workman (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

PTO 80 hours/yr

Holidays 10 days/yr

401(k) plan

Job summary

Shultz Steel LLC is seeking a supervisor to direct the crews and floor operation of heavy-duty hydraulic forging presses and manipulators. You will bend, form, and straighten metal extrusions, forgings, rings and bars with minimal supervision.

The role requires deep knowledge of hydraulic forge equipment, ability to read blueprints and shop travelers, and coordination with engineering for new forgings. On-site, safety and quality procedures are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents like operating and maintenance instructions
• Ability to prepare and interpret basic production reports and SPC data
• Knowledge of safety rules and company policies in a manufacturing setting
• Capable of directing die changes safely and efficiently
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Direct the crews and floor operation of forging presses and manipulators
• Organize crew to manufacture forgings per travelers, instructions and SSFPs
• Coordinate with Engineering during manufacture of new/complex forgings
• Read shop travelers, procedures, blueprints and instructions
• Record forge data for future use and generate production reports

Skills

Reading blueprints

Operate hydraulic presses

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Data recording SPC

Education

Certificate or 4–6 years experience

Job description

Job Details

• Country: United States of America
• State / County: California
• City: South Gate
• Division: Wyman Gordon
• Company: Shultz Steel
• Function: Operations
• Workplace Type: On-Site
• Position type: Full Time

Position Summary:

Directs the crews and floor operation of heavy-duty computer controlled open die and/or closed die hydraulic forging presses and manipulators to bend, form, and straighten metal extrusions, formed shapes, forgings, rings and bars by performing the following duties with minimal supervision.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of Company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable Company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of Company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.

Fully versed in the entire operations involved with the operation of the hydraulic forging presses and auxiliary systems and/or forge equipment in place at Shultz Steel. The ability to direct die changes in a safe and efficient manner.

Know the roles and relationships of each member of the press and/or hammer forge crew and where they are and their responsibilities during the operation of the presses, mills and/or hammers.

Capable of organizing and affecting the requirements of the shop traveler, work instructions, drawings and SSFP's; training and organizing the crew to manufacture forgings in accordance with all company policies and quality procedures.

Ability to work with Engineering during manufacture of new and/or complex forgings.

Knowledge and ability to forge all types of materials, shapes and sizes and thoroughly familiar with their characteristics with regard to forging.

Ability to read and understand shop travelers, operating procedures, blueprints, and instructions.

Knowledge of recording forge data for future use, complete production reports and SPC documentation.

Reports damage or any other required maintenance of the equipment to the Maintenance Department and the Forge Supervisor.

Safely operates all floor manipulators and forklifts. Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Ability to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Above average eye/hand coordination. Must be able to work well with others.

Experience & Education

• One year certificate from college or technical school; or four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to vibrations. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

Equal Opportunity

Shultz Steel LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The company's policy and practice is to provide equal employment opportunities and to assure those opportunities, without regard to age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, gender, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation including gender identity or gender expression, religion, (including religious dress and religious grooming), mental or physical disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, reproductive decision making, or any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal anti-discrimination laws.

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 $20.00 to $20.00 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. 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.