Production Operator - Melting

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Henderson, City of Rochester (NV, NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for an entry-level position in the melt shop. This role involves assisting operators with various tasks, including loading and unloading materials, and fabricating electrodes. The ideal candidate will follow safety protocols and maintain equipment cleanliness. With a commitment to quality and dependability, this company offers a secure work environment where you can grow your skills in manufacturing. If you're ready to start your career in a dynamic and supportive atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a high school diploma.
• Experience with welding and material handling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist operators with loading and unloading materials.
• Maintain equipment and work area cleanliness.
• Fabricate electrodes and perform minor repairs.

Skills

Material Handling

Welding

Safety Procedures

Equipment Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Furnace Assemblies

Forklift

Plasma Arc Welding Equipment

Hand Tools

Cranes

Job description

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. We are also the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. Our manufacturing includes 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 casting and forging industries. Our commitment to quality and dependability is paramount, not only in our products but also in our recruitment practices.

PCC is dedicated to being a high-quality, low-cost, on-time producer that delivers maximum value to customers while pursuing strategic growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Assist operators with loading, unloading, vacuum arc remelt furnaces, and welding stubs and wafers on metal electrodes. Produce titanium metal according to specifications at an acceptable production pace. Follow all safety and standard operating procedures. This is an entry-level role within the melt shop line of promotion.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Furnace assemblies, materials handling equipment, forklift, hand tools, plasma arc welding equipment, wire welding equipment, weld chamber, vacuum pumps, hydroblaster, work savers, cranes, hoists, welding units, welding jig, floor-controlled overhead crane, cleaning tools, hand truck, measuring tape, scales, copper crucible & bottoms, tumbler, etc.

MATERIALS

Initial charge sponge, metal electrodes, stubs, wafers, titanium wire, inert gas, acid, etc.

WORKING PROCEDURE

1. Assist operators in material handling.
2. Assist operators in disconnecting furnace accessories and loading.
3. Assist in furnace maintenance.
4. Clean and inspect welds, removing contaminants.
5. Identify, clean, and inspect stubs for electrode fabrication per welding specifications.
6. Fabricate electrodes by welding aligned electrodes and stubs using weld line and chamber controls.
7. Maintain records and make necessary computer entries (Peak entries & sign-off).
8. Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly.
9. Transport stubs, electrodes, and ingots using handling equipment, cranes, and hoists.
10. Break mis-welded electrodes and repair welds as needed.
11. Clean, inspect, and paint crucibles; sign off crucibles as directed.
12. Unload electrodes & ingots from crucibles; clean and inspect crucible bottoms.
13. Perform minor maintenance and repairs; assist with major repairs and preventive maintenance.
14. Operate equipment such as cranes to place electrodes on descaler and run automatic cycles.
15. Fabricate electrodes by welding components; operate weld lines, chamber controls, and wire weld units.
16. Transport materials and supplies as needed.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

This position involves access to controlled information under U.S. export laws (ITAR & EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons or authorized to receive controlled information under a license.

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