Mold Machine Operator B LPCS 015

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated individual to operate molding machines and produce high-quality wax components. This role involves preparing tooling, operating machinery, and ensuring safety standards are met. The ideal candidate will have experience in wax molding operations and a strong commitment to quality and safety. Join a team that values precision and excellence in manufacturing, where your contributions will be integral to the success of critical aerospace applications. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a leading organization focused on innovation and quality.

Qualifications

• 3-6 months experience in wax molding or related positions preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate molding machines to produce high-quality wax components.
• Inspect and clean wax parts; adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Wax Molding Operations

Basic Mathematical Calculations

Reading Specifications

Safety Practices

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Mold Machines

Pry Bars

Side Cutters

Power Drill

Hoist

Job description

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.

Job Description

MISSION:

To operate a variety of molding machines to produce moderately complex wax pattern and gating components of the highest quality. To inspect, trim and clean wax parts as required.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Tooling Preparation:
  • Objective: to accurately prepare tooling dies for operation.

• • Essential Job Functions:
    • • Assembles disassembles, prepares and positions tooling dies for operation; changes die inserts as required.
      • Adds chills and solubles per tech cards.
      • Removes and/or cleans tooling after operation.

• Mold Machine Operation
  • Objective: To operate moderately complex molding machines accurately and efficiently using technique cards and established setup procedures. To maintain dimensional integrity of product.

• • Essential Job Functions:
    • • Sets up, monitors, and controls mold machine functions.
      • Keeps dies clean during molding operations.
      • Removes wax parts from die, inspects for defects, and trims.
      • Cleans wax parts as required.

• Safety
  • Objective: to take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.

• • Essential Job Functions:
    • • Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
      • Safely operates all equipment and tools.
      • Identifies and reports safety problems.

• OTHER (MARGINAL) ACCOUNTABILITIES:
  • May train less skilled operators as assigned.
  • Performs other tasks as directed.
  • May be required to handle hazardous waste.
  • Completes logs and records; documents any modifications to process.
  • Meets all production and quality standards.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT, MACHINERY AND/OR TOOLS USED:

• Pry bars
• Side cutters and/or knives
• Mallets
• Torches and air nozzles
• Air ratchet
• Wrenches; allen and crescent
• Power drill
• Flashlight
• Hoist
• Dental picks
• Mold Machines

TRAINING:

• Training is provided on the job.
• May be required to complete Hazardous Waste Management Training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Skill in wax molding operations, as demonstrated by three to six months of competent performance in any wax molding utility, leach tank or core/gate cleaner positions is preferred,
  • OR Any equivalent combination of training and work experience.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow specifications on Technique Cards, Process Control Procedures and other special instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
• Ability to work alone with limited supervision.
• Written language skills required.
• Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.

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 be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.

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