Production Technician - 1st Shift

Precision Castparts; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts in Langhorne, PA, seeks an entry-level Level One part finisher under direct supervision. Tasks include visual inspection, cleaning, minor paint touch up, marking, and polishing with basic shop math and hand tools. Position emphasizes PPE safety and collaboration with engineers and QA.

Typical duties cover machine setups, production paperwork, and training of lower-level staff, with focus on consistent quality and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Reads and writes in English.
• Basic inspection processes using tools and measurements.
• Strong understanding of machine setups and functions.
• Advanced knowledge of tools: drills, reams and taps.
• Clear communication with engineers, QA and management.

Responsibilities

• Work safely following PPE and safety guidelines.
• In-process inspection (visual and functional, recording).
• Set work priority and schedule.
• Perform full machine setups.
• Provide leadership and training to lower level employees.
• Complete production paperwork and operation audits.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Basic inspection processes

Machine function understanding

Tools knowledge: drills/reams/taps

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Drills

Reams

Taps

Job description

Level One

Under direct supervision, level one part finishers complete a number of part finishing tasks such as visual inspection, part cleaning, minor paint touch up, minor assembly, part marking, and part polishing. This role will require basic mechanical aptitude, basic shop math, the use of common hand tools and powered equipment such as part marking and polishing equipment. 0-1 YOE

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Work safely under functional safety guidelines such as PPE and equipment interaction.
• In Process Inspection (Visual & Functional, Recording)
• Set work priority & schedule
• Perform full machine setups
• Provide leadership and training to lower level employees
• Production Paperwork/Operation Audit

Required Skills

• The ability to read and write English.
• Basic Inspection Processes (Tools & Measurements)
• Advanced Understanding of Machine Function (Setups)
• Advanced knowledge of tools (Drills, Reams, Taps)
• Communication Skills (With manufacturing engineers, QA, Closing and Management)

Experience & Education

• Typically 2-4 years of recent and relevant work experience or training
• High School Diploma or GED is expected

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

N-Never, O-Occasionally (<20%), F-Frequently (20%-80%), C-constantly (>80%)

Exposure To Adverse Working Conditions

• Noise, Noxious Orders, Temperatures

F

• Hazardous Materials

Physical Conditions

• Close Eye Work (computers, typing, reading, writing)

F

• Sedentary (continuous sitting)

O Light Work (standing, walking, lifting)

C

• Moderate Work (lifting 15-30 pounds, prolonged use of small hand instruments or tools)

F

• Moderately Heavy Work (lifting, moving, loading up to 35 pounds)

O

• Heavy/Hard Work (above average strength & stamina)

Travel Requirements

• None