Plant Lean Utility Worker SSBO

Precision Castparts Corp.; Oregon; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a shop associate to support LEAN 5S initiatives by constructing fixtures, shop aids and maintaining organization. The role involves fabricating parts, assisting in fixture design, and participating in continuous improvement, cost saving and safety projects.

You will cut, assemble, install floor coatings, manage stores, and perform basic welding, cutting and grinding. Candidates must have six months tool experience, strong mechanical aptitude, ability to lift

Qualifications

• Must lead a cleaning crew by scheduling tasks to meet deadlines.
• Six months experience using hand and power tools including routers and table saws.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, e.g. work orders in MP2 system.
• Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate with others.
• Ability to perform basic shop math.
• Strong organizational skills to manage information and materials.

Responsibilities

• Construct shop aids (e.g. cutting wedges, boxes, trays) for 5S initiatives.
• Apply labels, paint, and tape to flooring and equipment for 5S organization.
• Interface with department personnel on continuous improvement, cost savings, and safety.
• Construct and maintain X-ray backups.
• Cut lightweight pipe and wood pieces; assemble with brackets, fittings, and castors; deliver components.
• Assist in designing fixtures, shop aids and tables.
• Develop and maintain material lists for departments supported.
• Install and maintain floor coatings.
• Manage incoming stores to control costs.
• Basic welding, cutting, and grinding as assigned.
• Comply with safety requirements; maintain clean, safe environment; participate in training.
• Regular attendance and required overtime.
• Perform other tasks as directed.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Organizational skills

Shop math

Independent work

Tools

Routers

Table saws

Job description

To get plant cleanliness and organization to a world class condition by assisting in the implementation of LEAN principles; including 5S and continuous improvement. Participate in all aspects of designing and assembling fixtures, tables, carts and shop aides.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Construct shop aids (i.e. cutting wedges, boxes, trays, etc.) in support of 5S initiatives.
• Apply label’s, paint, and tape to flooring, shop aides, and other equipment to assist in the organization of department during 5S activities.
• Actively interface with department personnel regarding continuous improvement efforts including cost saving and safety improvements.
• Construct and maintain X-ray backups.
• Cut lightweight pipe and wood pieces and assemble with brackets, fittings and castors and then deliver finished component to department as needed.
• Assist in the design of various fixtures, shop aides and tables as requested.
• Develop and maintain parts list of material used for each department supported.
• Installation and maintenance of floor coatings.
• Managing incoming stores and maintaining stores to control costs.
• Basic welding, cutting, and grinding tasks as assigned.
• Must comply with all applicable safety requirements, policies and procedures while maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work environment. Must participate in required training, medical monitoring, safety and health evaluations and programs.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Required overtime.
• Performs other tasks as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have the demonstrated ability to lead a cleaning crew by scheduling tasks to meet deadlines.
• A minimum of six months experience using a variety of hand and power tools including but not limited to routers and table saws.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions, i.e on work orders on MP2 work order system.
• Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate activities with others.
• Ability to perform basic shop math.
• Must posses organizational skills in order to organize information and materials, and attend to details.
• A valid driver’s license for positions that drive PCC vehicles.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing thirty to fifty pounds without assistance and occasionally up to seventy-five pounds in team lifts or with mechanical aid.
• Ability to work in working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes, and other elements for extended periods of time.
• Ability to complete PCC's Forklift Driving Safety Training.

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.

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.