Spring 2027 Maintenance Co-Op

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Wickliffe (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Travel stipend

Full-time employment after graduation

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Wickliffe, OH is seeking a full-time student pursuing a Bachelor's in Industrial and Systems Engineering to assist in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. The role involves coordinating projects with engineering and operations, performing operational studies and 6S audits, and identifying efficiency opportunities. Housing or travel stipends available, with potential for full-time employment after graduation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and 6S methodology; ability to apply process improvement tools.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing and coordinating lean manufacturing and continuous improvement implementation.
• Support 6S audits to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Identify and recommend process improvements for specified projects.
• Analyze processes to detect inefficiencies and develop 6S solutions.
• Collect and analyze data related to 6S implementation to track progress.
• Assist in lean projects including root cause analysis and process optimization.
• Apply lean manufacturing to reduce waste and unnecessary movement in key operations.
• Take ownership of identified projects and drive progress.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

6S

Data analysis

Communication

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Country United States of America

State / County Ohio

City Wickliffe

Division Airfoils

Company Ceramics - LED

Function Maintenance

Workplace Type On-Site

Position type Full Time

Opportunity ID 23877

PCC Airfoils - Ceramics manufactures military and commercial turbine blades and vanes for aircraft and land-based applications using different materials and super alloys composed primarily of nickel and cobalt to cast the blades and vanes for gas turbine engines. We have three plants located in Wickliffe, OH, Cleveland, OH, and Sanford, NC. For additional company information, please visit our website at www.pccairfoils.com.

SUMMARY

The main responsibility of this position will be to assist in the review and coordination of all lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement implementation with the facilities engineering group. Utilize project management skills to assist in the preparation of all necessary operational studies/analysis for engineering and 6S projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include:

• Perform operational studies and engineering analysis
• Assist in lean manufacturing and Continuous Improvement implementation
• Conduct and participate in 6S audits to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Identifying and recommending process improvements for specified projects.
• Analyze processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop 6S solutions.
• Collect and analyze data related to 6S implementation to track progress and identify areas for further improvement.
• Assist in other lean projects, including process improvement and root cause analysis.
• Utilize lean manufacturing skills to cut down waste and movement with key operations
• Taking ownership and responsibility for identified projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and 6S methodology, along with process improvement tools.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel; Microsoft products

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

Full‑time student pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering.

OTHER BENEFITS

• $25.00 per hour/40 hours a week
• Housing stipend OR travel stipend available (if qualifies)
• Opportunity for full time employment upon graduation

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.