Mold Machine Operator B LPCT

Precision Castparts; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Wax Molding Operator to prepare tooling dies and operate molding machines following technique cards and setup procedures. You will inspect wax parts, logs, and trim as required while maintaining dimensional integrity and safety standards.

Training is provided on the job; the role may involve handling hazardous waste and working with various hand tools. The position emphasizes ability to read specifications, perform basic math, and work

Qualifications

• Skill in wax molding operations as demonstrated by 3–6 months of competent performance or equivalent training/experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow specifications on technique cards and process controls.
• 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 essential job functions.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Hazardous waste management training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Tooling preparation: accurately prepare tooling dies for operation.
• Assembles, disassembles, and positions tooling dies; changes die inserts as required.
• Adds chills and soluble per tech cards.
• Removes and/or cleans tooling after operation.
• Mold machine operation: operate moderately complex molding machines; maintain dimensional integrity of product.
• Set up, monitor, and control mold machine functions.
• Removes wax parts from die, inspects for defects, and trims.
• Cleans wax parts as required.
• Completes logs and records; documents modifications to process.
• Meets production and quality standards; adheres to safety rules.
• May train less skilled operators.
• Performs other tasks as directed; may handle hazardous waste.

Skills

Wax molding

Reading specs

Math skills

Independent work

Written communication

Tools

Pry bars

Side cutters

Torches

Air nozzles

Power drill

Job description

Essential Functions

• Tooling Preparation: to accurately prepare tooling dies for operation.
• Assembles disassembles, prepares and positions tooling dies for operation; changes die inserts as required.
• Adds chills and soluble per tech cards.
• Removes and/or cleans tooling after operation.
• Mold Machine Operation: To operate moderately complex molding machines accurately and efficiently using technique cards and established setup procedures. To maintain dimensional integrity of product
• Sets up, monitors, and controls mold machine functions.
• Removes wax parts from die, inspects for defects, and trims.
• Cleans wax parts as required.
• Completes logs and records; documents any modifications to process.
• Meets all production and quality standards.
• Safety Objective: to take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.
• 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.
• 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

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