Plating Operator (2nd Shift)

Precision Castparts Corp.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly cash bonus plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a Plating Operator in Santa Ana, CA to apply post chromate coatings to steel parts and support the plating department.

The role requires familiarity with racking, tank/chromate processes, solvents, and pre-cleaning steps, with emphasis on safety, quality, and documentation. Typical duties include intermediate plating tasks, chemical additions, and in-process inspections.

Qualifications

• Read and write English.
• Basic shop math including fractions and decimals.
• Use basic hand tools (wrenches).
• Familiar with plating times and process charting (digital).
• Use basic inspection tools such as micrometers.
• Navigate intranet to locate process documents.
• Read and interpret work instructions and basic prints/dimensions.

Responsibilities

• Work safely under PPE and equipment guidelines.
• Adhere to in-process quality inspections.
• Access and interpret documentation (C-Specs).
• Lift up to 45lbs repeatedly.
• Able to work overtime as needed.
• Perform intermediate racking and loading of product (basic plating).
• Make intermediate chemical additions (acids, cyanides).
• Perform in-process inspection (X-ray unit).
• Meet production standards for area/product.
• Document process and operation steps (traceability).
• Work in a team environment and assist others.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

English reading/writing

Basic math

Hand tools

Process documentation

Intranet navigation

Reading work instructions

Basic inspection tools

Education

GED or High School diploma

Job description

Selected Plating Operator candidates in this position will be expected to successfully apply Post Chromate (chemical conversion coatings) to steel alloy production parts, and perform various support functions for the Plating department. Candidates in this position shall be fully familiar with various racking techniques, manual and tank chromate treatment applications, and other pre cleaning operations such as solvent cleaning and vapor degreasing. Plating Operators will also be expected to maintain terminal equipment in good working order throughout the production cycle such as repair and replacement of racking components and equipment as necessary. Candidates must be self-disciplined and self-motivated individuals with strong accountability (attention to details) skills. Candidates must have the ability and desire to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced production environment, be resourceful and innovative along with presenting a strong business ethic and compliance to leadership and company policies, and a good communicator with the ability to represent the company in a positive manner.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work safely under functional safety guidelines such as PPE and equipment interaction.
• Adheres to quality processes including in-process inspection to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
• Correctly access and interpret documentation (C-Specs, etc.)
• Lift up to 45lbs (Repetitive)
• Able to work overtime as needed
• Perform intermediate racking and loading of product (Basic Platting)
• Make intermediate chemical additions (Acids, Cyanides etc.)
• Perform in process inspection (X-ray Unit, etc.)
• Meet area/product specific production standards
• Complete process and operation documentation (Traceability, etc.)
• Work in a team environment, i.e. follow instructions and assist others as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Required Skills:

• The ability to read and write English.
• The ability to perform basic shop math, fractions, decimals
• The ability to use basic hand tools – wrenches etc.
• Familiarity with platting times and process charting (Digital)
• The ability to use basic inspection tools such micrometers
• The ability to navigate intranet to locate process documents - basic computer skills
• The ability to read and interpret work instructions and basic prints and dimensions

Experience & Education

• Typically 2-3 Years
• GED or High School diploma preferred but not required.

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.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $21.00 to $23.00 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

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.