Pattern Finisher (Wax Center)

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site training

PPE provided

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) is hiring for a swing shift position in Portland, OR to prepare patterns, repair wax cores, and clean and serialize wax components. The role requires reading techcards, measuring with gauges, and using wax materials and fixtures while maintaining dimensional accuracy and adhering to safety rules.

The job involves lifting up to 125 pounds, operating hand tools, and training new staff as needed. Training is provided on the job and PPE is required for all tasks.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience to fully perform the duties of a Wax Cleaner or Wax Assembler.
• Working knowledge of cleaning techniques, methods, materials and tools and ability to use simple to moderately complex measuring devises and fixtures.
• Ability to follow complex written and verbal instructions.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing 30–50 lbs and up to 125 lbs.
• Ability to work in conditions with noise, fumes, and chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Pattern finishing: assemble pattern components and make dimensional alterations.
• Repair/restoration: fix damaged patterns and restore dimensions.
• Cleaning: remove flash, patch negatives, ensure surface quality.
• Serialization: apply serial numbers to patterns per techcards.
• Safety: follow safety rules and operate equipment safely.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Reads techcards

Safety awareness

Lifting capability

Tools

Measuring gauges

Wax tools

Job description

Hiring need: Swing shift (Monday - Thursday)

PURPOSE:

To prepare patterns for assembly and to prepare soluble cores for pattern molding; wax welds multiple components using fixtures to maintain dimensional conformity; repairs wax patterns and soluble cores in accordance with quality standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Pattern Finishing

Objective: to assemble pattern components and/or make dimensional alterations to patterns.

Typical Activities:

• A. Reads techcards and engineering instructions.
• B. Assembles wax components into visually and dimensionally acceptable patterns; may use specialized fixturing.
• C. Modifies patterns or soluble cores using various hand tools and wax materials.
• D. Inspects modifications with special gauges and other measuring devises.
• E. Occasionally inserts ceramic cores in wax patterns and maintains dimensional integrity (TBO only).

2. Repair/Restoration

Objective: to fix broken or damaged patterns and soluble cores and restore to dimensionally acceptable condition.

Typical Activities:

• A. Replaces broken features by wax welding fragments or by using other wax supplies to reconstruct missing areas.
• B. Fills voids and reforms damaged contours by attaching and shaping stock wax.

3. Cleaning

Objective: to work patterns and soluable core surfaces to meet visual inspection criteria.

Typical Activities:

• A. Removes flash, mismatch and other surface positives using a variety of hand tools and materials.
• B. Fills or patches negatives using paint wax, melted stock wax, hot pencils and other tools and materials.
• C. Completes dimensional integrity restoration and plugging of holes per techcards.
• D. Inspects work for compliance with quality standards.

4. Serialization

Objective: to identify patterns with specified serial pads and numbers.

Typical Activities:

• A. Places sticky wax pads or stamps specified serial numbers directly into patterns, per techcards

5. Safety

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

Typical Activities:

• A. Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
• B. Safely operates all equipment and tools.
• C. Identifies and reports safety problems.

PPE REQUIREMENTS:

• A. Safety Glasses and Steel Toe Shoes - all times
• B. Gloves, Long sleeves, Goggles and Mask - optional for soluable cleaning
• C. Maintains accurate records of work performed.
• D. Trains less skilled personnel as assigned.
• E. Performs other tasks as directed.

TRAINING

Training is provided on the job.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

1. Demonstrated experience to fully perform the duties of a Wax Cleaner or a Wax Assembler "C" (not at TBO) OR an equivalent combination of experience and training.
2. Working knowledge of cleaning techniques, methods, materials and tools and ability to use simple to moderately complex measuring devises and fixtures.
3. Ability to follow complex written and verbal instructions.
4. Good manual dexterity.
5. Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing thirty to fifty pounds and occasionally up to one hundred twenty five pounds.
6. Ability to work in conditions which may include exposure to noise, fumes, crowding, abrasions, cuts, and chemicals.

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.

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.

Company Profile

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.