Kiln Operator 1st Shift

Precision Castparts; Wickliffe (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts seeks a manufacturing technician to perform processing operations, including furnace operation, following established procedures. Documentation of all steps is emphasized to ensure quality and traceability.

The role requires teamwork, good communication, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Candidates with prior manufacturing experience are preferred, and safety and housekeeping standards must be maintained daily.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be self-directed to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Build loads for kilns by properly balancing saggers.
• Set time and temperature parameters according to procedure.
• Monitor temperature charts and alert when out of specification.
• Visual inspection of cores for defects.
• Assist with minor equipment maintenance.
• Maintain housekeeping and 6S standards.

Skills

Team oriented

Written and verbal communication

Self-directed

Education

High school education

Manufacturing experience preferred

Job description

Position Summary

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

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

1%
1-33%
34-66%
67-100%
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