Saw Shear Operator - 2nd Shift

Precision Castparts Corp.; South Gate (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a Saw-Shear Operator (Level 01) in South Gate. You will start on the 1st shift for cross-training, then transfer to the 2nd shift, handling cut material and setup across equipment. Strong attention to detail and safety awareness are essential.

The role requires a high school diploma and 1+ years of related experience, with opportunities in a manufacturing and testing environment and ERP-based status updates.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups or employees of Company.
• Ability to calculate figures and apply basic algebra and geometry.

Responsibilities

• Work safely under functional safety guidelines and PPE requirements.
• Set up material types and sizes across equipment; troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Maintain production logs and update ERP system with job status.
• Measure work to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Prepare data sheets and identify data on workpieces.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Public speaking

Math & measurement

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

*** This position is on the 2nd shift. It will begin on the 1st shift (5-6am start time) for cross‑training purposes. Cross training will last ~2-6wks. The employee will then transfer to the 2nd shift (2-3pm start time). ***

Business Profile:

Wyman-Gordon is a worldwide supplier to the aerospace and industrial gas turbine markets. We hold quality accreditations for all of the major airframe and engine manufacturers for both civil and military applications. Wyman-Gordon creates rotating closed-die forgings which are critical for aerospace and land-based gas turbines. Wyman-Gordon also manufactures structural forgings for airframe, nuclear, petrochemical, power generation, and space applications.

Location Profile:

Located in South Gate, Dickson Testing Company, Inc. is a full-service destructive testing laboratory serving aerospace and metallic producers worldwide. Our laboratories serve our customers with metallurgical, mechanical, corrosion, and chemical testing services. In support of these services our facility provides complete specimen fabrication, cut off services and heat treat capability .

Position Summary:

The Saw-Shear (Cutter) Operator - Level 01 works without assistance and can operate all equipment used to cut material (alloys). Operator can set up all material types and sizes without any assistance across all equipment. Capable of performing equipment OPM’s and able to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions. Maintains all production logs and able to maneuver through ERP system to update job status.

*** This position is on the 2nd shift. It will begin on the 1st shift (5-6am start time) for cross‑training purposes. Cross training will last ~2-6wks. The employee will then transfer to the 2nd shift (2-3pm start time). ***

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or competency needed for successful performance in the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work safely under functional safety guidelines such as PPE and equipment interaction.
• All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable Company policies and procedures.
• In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of Company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.
• Reading job traveler for specifications such as material, type, and size of stock, and dimensions to be cut.
• Obtaining and transferring stock to machine by forklift or overhead crane.
• Installing saw blade and sets blade tension and cutting speed for specified operation; setting saw blade angle to obtain desired angle cuts; setting stops and guides to control dimension of cut; positioning and securing stock against stops or in feeding device using straps or chains; turning valve to start flow of coolant against cutting area; starting machine and observing operation.
• Measuring work for conformance to specifications.
• Marking and identifying data on workpiece.
• Steel Stamping letters and numbers on work piece.
• Replacing finished work on pallets or barrels.
• Preparing data sheets of cut material and remnants.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups or employees of Company.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Strong attention to detail.

Experience & Education

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1+ years of related experience is required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Manufacturing and laboratory environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This description is intended to describe the type and level of work being performed by a personassigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.

*** This position is on the 2nd shift. It will begin on the 1st shift (5-6am start time) for cross‑training purposes. Cross training will last ~2-6wks. The employee will then transfer to the 2nd shift (2-3pm start time). ***

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $17 to $20 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.