Penetrant Line Operator SSBO

Precision Castparts; Oregon; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Oregon is seeking a dedicated individual for the Penetrant Line Operation. The role involves preparing castings for inspection using fluorescent penetrant, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety practices. Training will be provided on the job, including certification courses. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED and the ability to work under challenging conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and maneuver objects weighing 20-40 pounds, occasionally up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to work in difficult conditions including exposure to noise, dust, and chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Complete all steps for the application of fluorescent penetrant on castings.
• Perform maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Adhere to safety rules and operate equipment safely.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Graduation or GED

Job description

SCHEDULE:

Training: Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm

Work: Monday-Friday 10:30pm-6:00am

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: to complete all steps in the preparation and application of penetrant to castings.

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: to maintain penetrant line equipment and work area in good working order.

Typical Activities:

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

Safety

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

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, 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.