Furnace Tech Level 1

Precision Castparts Corp.; Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a skilled production operator to run multiple vacuum furnaces, perform loading/unloading, and maintain records of daily operations. The role requires following strict lot instructions, safety rules, and 6S practices, with occasional forklift use and heavy lifting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and basic OJT experience, with ability to train teammates and operate within a high-temperature, fast-paced foundry environment.

Qualifications

• Operates vacuum furnaces (equiax, D.S.) and records necessary information.
• Maintains furnaces with PMs and cleans chambers for optimal performance.
• Interpret and follow operating instructions and lot specs; knowledge of OI a must.

Responsibilities

• Operate 3 vacuum furnaces and record daily work with correct codes.
• Melt coils and change susceptors/coils as required.
• Maintain safe, productive workplace and follow 6S and safety rules.
• Train workers and lead preheat operators to meet goals.
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds and operate a forklift as needed.

Skills

Furnace operation

Forklift operation

Recordkeeping

Safety compliance

Training others

Education

High school diploma

Job description

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to operate 3 Vacuum furnaces, equiax, D.S. and single crystal and be able to accurately record all necessary information.
• Operate furnace to produce quality products within specified parameters.
• Ram crucibles on all furnaces, change over on D.S. susceptors/coils and melt coils
• Maintain furnaces by performing specified PM’s and cleaning furnace chambers for optimum performance, load and unload preheat furnaces
• Must be able to interpret and perform all duties according to PES’s and OI, and special lot instructions. Knowledge of OI a must.
• Record on a daily basis all work performed and the correct distribution of the work time identifying same by the operational codes
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that gets along with customers, clients, co-workers, and supervisors. Follow all safety rules
• Suggestions for improving foundry functions and procedures.
• Computer skills a plus.
• Operate a forklift
• Extreme heat involved.
• Heavy lifting required (up to 30 pounds).
• Must comply to 6S requirements.
• Must understand and comply to departmental safety requirements.
• Ability to train workers and encourage team skills.
• Assist in decisions to operate furnace under questionable conditions.
• Leader of preheat operator.
• Must exhibit initiative to meet plant and departmental goals for cost, safety, quality, and delivery.

EDUCATION

High school education.

EXPERIENCE

One month Basic OJT.

Three months training technique.

INITIATIVE AND INGENUITY

Normal initiative and ingenuity.

Verbal and written communication inter-department (maintenance, erg, etc.)

EFFORT

Normal effort required. Must be able to lift 16-30 pounds approximately 5 times per hour. Hoist used for weights above 30 pounds.

RESPONSIBILITY

Follow verbal instructions and communicate across shifts. Must be willing to work daily overtime and weekend overtime as necessary.

THE ABOVE COVERS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT DUTIES BUT DOES NOT EXCLUDE OTHER ASSIGNMENTS REQUIRING EQUIVALENT OR LESSER SKILLS.

*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.

National Security and Export Controls

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.

About PCC

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.