Kiln Operator 2nd Shift

Precision Castparts; Wickliffe (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts in Wickliffe, Ohio is seeking a dedicated individual to perform processing operations, including the operation of furnaces. The ideal candidate will maintain safety standards and have the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

This role involves balancing saggers for kilns, running thermal equipment, and documenting all operations as necessary. A high school education and prior manufacturing experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be self-directed to accomplish goals with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform all processing operations, including the operation of furnaces.
• Build loads for kilns by properly balancing saggers.
• Run all thermal equipment according to procedure.
• Set time and temperature parameters according to procedure.
• Visually inspect cores for defects.
• Report problems to Supervision, Maintenance, or Engineering.

Skills

Teamwork

Written and verbal communication

Self-directed

Education

High school education

Job description

Position Summary

Perform all processing operations, including the operation of furnaces according to procedures. Documentation of all operations is very important.

Essential Functions

• Build loads for kilns by properly balancing saggers.
• Place fire check keys in appropriate places for Lab Analysis.
• Run all thermal equipment, including Wax Binder and PK furnace according to procedure.
• Set time and temperature parameters according to procedure using standard programs. Monitor temperature charts and notify engineering if out of specification.
• Correct load and unload cores.
• Assist with minor equipment maintenance.
• Visually inspect cores for defects.
• Report all problems to Supervision, Maintenance or Engineering as required.
• Must follow and adhere to all safety procedures.
• Maintain department standards for housekeeping/6S.
• Other duties as assigned by supervision.

Required Skills

• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• Must be self-directed to accomplish goals with minimal supervision.

Experience & Education

• High school education is preferred.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Not at All – 1%
• Infrequently – 1-33%
• Occasionally – 34-66%
• Frequently – 67-100%
• Continually – 1-2x hr.
• 1-2x hr.
• 3-6x hr.
• 7-30 hr.
• >30x hr.
• Standing – X
• Walking – X
• Lifting – X
• Sitting – X
• Climbing – X
• Near moving machinery – X