Production Technician - 1st Shift

Precision Castparts Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. in Kentucky is seeking an entry-level Level One Part Finisher to perform basic finishing tasks under supervision, including visual inspection, cleaning, minor paint touch up, and marking.

The role requires basic mechanical aptitude, shop math, and use of hand tools and polishing equipment, with opportunities to lead and train lower level staff.

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Reading & Writing English

Inspection processes

Machine setups

Tools familiarity

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

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:

F

N

Physical Conditions:

• F Close Eye Work (computers, typing, reading, writing)
• O Sedentary (continuous sitting)
• C Light Work (standing, walking, lifting <15 pounds)
• F Moderate Work (lifting 15-30 pounds, prolonged use of small hand instruments or tools)
• O Moderately Heavy Work (lifting, moving, loading up to 35 pounds)
• O Heavy/Hard Work (above average strength & stamina)

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.