Penetrant Line Operator LPCS LSBS 080

Precision Castparts Corp.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

PCC Structurals operates a penetrant line to prepare castings for fluorescent penetrant inspection, including cleaning, etching, applying penetrant and developing castings. The role emphasizes safety, log-keeping, and adherence to procedures in a high-precision environment.

Entry qualifications require a High School Diploma or GED with NDT certification support, the ability to read technical specs, and capable handling of weighty parts under challenging conditions on site in Portland, Oregon.

Qualifications

• High School Graduation or GED required for NDT certification.
• Ability to read and follow specifications on Tech Cards.
• Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing 20–40 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to work in difficult conditions including noise, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes.

Responsibilities

• Penetrant Line Operation: visually inspects castings for surface dirt and degreases as needed.
• Chemically etches castings by local or swab etching and neutralizes parts.
• Apply fluorescent penetrant liquid and allow penetrant to be absorbed; rinse and dry.
• Develop castings with powdered developer and perform routine inspections.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area; adhere to safety rules.

Skills

NDT certification

Tech Card specs reading

Weight handling

Attention to safety

Education

High School Graduation or GED

Job description

PCC Structuralsis the world leader in superalloy, aluminumand titanium investment casting. With applications in jet aircraft engines, airframes,industrial gas turbine (IGT) engines, military armaments, medical prosthesis, and many other industrial markets, we provide a wide portfolio of high-quality components, some as large as100 inches (250cm).

As the original business unit for Precision Castparts, you can count on PCC Structurals’ extensiveexperience andknowledge to consistently provide high-quality castings, even at significant volumes.

PCC Structurals also provides solidification modeling, in-house rapid prototyping (including SLA), digital radiography, hot isostatic pressing, precision machining and protective coating services. Weoperate 11 manufacturing facilities in the United States and Europe.

Location Profile

Located in the southeast Portland area, PCC Structurals Large Parts Campus and Lean Manufacturing Annex specialize in air and vacuum investment cast components as large as 79" for aerospace, energy and commercial applications. With over 660,000 square feet of manufacturing space, we work with corrosion-resistant, high-strength-to-weight Titanium and Nickel and Cobalt-based alloys with high temperature and mechanical properties.

Job Description

MISSION:

To complete all steps necessary for the application of fluorescent penetrant on castings in order to prepare castings for the fluorescent penetrant inspection process; to prepare castings for evaluation by the fluorescent penetrant system.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Penetrant Line Operation

Objective:

Typical Activities:

• Visually inspects castings for surface dirt; cleans and degreases as necessary.
• Chemically etches specific castings by local or swab etching, which removes a small amount of metal; neutralizes parts with water and dries; neutralizes holding tank.
• Places clean castings on penetrant line and applies fluorescent penetrant liquid using hand-held, electro-static sprayer; allows penetrant to be absorbed.
• Washes castings to remove penetrant after specified time; pre-dries with fans and places castings in drying cabinets.
• Places castings in developing cabinet for automatic application of powdered developer.
• Visually inspects castings; cleans and degreases as needed.
• Wears protective gear during line operation.

Maintenance and Housecleaning.

Objective:

Typical Activities:

• Performs maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Keeps work area and materials clean and orderly.

Safety.

Objective:

Typical Activities:

• Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
• Safely operates all equipment and tools.
• Identifies and reports safety problems.
• Completes logs and records.
• Performs other tasks as directed.

TRAINING

• Training is provided on the job.
• Level 1 Penetrant Inspection Courses.
• Level 1 Penetrant Inspection Certification.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Graduation or GED (necessary for NDT certification.
• Ability to write, and read and follow specifications on Tech Cards.
• Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing twenty to forty pounds and occasionally up to eighty pounds.
• Ability to work in difficult working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes and other elements for extended periods of time.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Penetrant Line Operation

Objective:

Typical Activities:

• Visually inspects castings for surface dirt; cleans and degreases as necessary.
• Chemically etches specific castings by local or swab etching, which removes a small amount of metal; neutralizes parts with water and dries; neutralizes holding tank.
• Places clean castings on penetrant line and applies fluorescent penetrant liquid using hand-held, electro-static sprayer; allows penetrant to be absorbed.
• Washes castings to remove penetrant after specified time; pre-dries with fans and places castings in drying cabinets.
• Places castings in developing cabinet for automatic application of powdered developer.
• Visually inspects castings; cleans and degreases as needed.
• Wears protective gear during line operation.

Maintenance and Housecleaning.

Objective:

Typical Activities:

• Performs maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Keeps work area and materials clean and orderly.

Safety.

Objective:

Typical Activities:

• Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
• Safely operates all equipment and tools.
• Identifies and reports safety problems.
• Completes logs and records.
• Performs other tasks as directed.

Experience & Education

• High School Graduation or GED (necessary for NDT certification.

Required Skills

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Graduation or GED (necessary for NDT certification.
• Ability to write, and read and follow specifications on Tech Cards.
• Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing twenty to forty pounds and occasionally up to eighty pounds.
• Ability to work in difficult working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes and other elements for extended periods of time.

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.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.