Titanium Line Operator LMA

Precision Castparts Corp.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Portland is hiring for a position focused on the chemical cleaning of castings prior to inspection and shipping. The role involves operating and maintaining chemical baths, ensuring safety compliance, and performing various tasks that support production needs. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and have some experience in chemical operations. The firm values safety and offers on-the-job training for successful applicants.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cold Etch Operator B or similar chemical etching operations experience.
• Ability to work in conditions of exposure to noise, dust, and chemicals.
• Training in hazardous waste management may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, operate, and maintain tanks for chemical cleaning.
• Clean castings and prepare for inspection.
• Complete documentation and maintain safety practices.

Skills

Ability to lift and maneuver heavy objects

Ability to read and interpret instructions

Ability to perform arithmetic calculations

Education

High School Graduation or GED

Completion of PCC basic chemistry training

Job description

To chemically clean casting prior to inspection and reworking using alkaline baths, cold etch baths, and/or hot water washes; to accurately prepare, operate and maintain tanks used for chemical cleaning; to clean castings before routing to shipping.

To complete all steps necessary for the application of fluorescent penetrant on castings in order to prepare castings for the fluorescent penetrant inspection process; to prepare castings for evaluation by the fluorescent penetrant system.

Principal Accountabilities

• Etch Line Preparation:
  • Objective: to test chemical baths, make corrections and assure conformance to process control specifications.
• Chemical Cleaning and Rinsing
  • Objective: to submerge parts in chemical tanks to clean according to specified procedures for further inspection and/or processing.
• Penetrant Line Operation
  • Objective: to complete all steps in the preparation and application of penetrant to castings.
• Process Documentation
  • Completes logs and records, including alkaline concentration, bath etch rates, chemical additions, and part lots.
• Maintenance and Housecleaning
  • Objective: to maintain penetrant line equipment and work area in good working order.
• Safety
  • Objective: to take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.
• Performs other tasks as directed.

Training

• Training is provided on the job.
• PCC's Hazardous Chemical Safety Training.
• May be required to complete hazardous waste management training.

Entry Qualifications

• High School Graduation or GED (necessary for NDT certification).
• Three to six months experience as a Cold Etch Operator B or prior chemical etching operations experience.

OR

• An equivalent combination of classroom training and work experience.
• Completion of PCC basic chemistry training for Cold Etch Operations or other basic chemistry courses.
• Completion of training in math calculations necessary for Cold Etch Operations, e.g. volumes, etch rates.
• Ability to read, write, interpret and follow instructions and Tech Cards.
• Ability to perform a variety of arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing 30 to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work in difficult working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes and other elements for extended periods of time.

Note: for job positions that require respiratory protection (more than a filtering face piece – dust mask):

In compliance with the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division Personal Protective Equipment standard for Respiratory Protection, OAR 437, Div. 2/I 1910.134 and Oregon Health Division Rules for the Control of Radiation, OAR 333. Div. 120 (333-120-300 through 330), certain tasks within this job position require/may require the use of a NIOSH-approved respirator. An individual will not be assigned to these tasks if the person is not able to work under these conditions. Respirator selection will be based on the work performed, exposure information, duration of use and any other relevant factors. If a tight-fitting respirator is required, facial hair, temple pieces on glasses or other items that interferes with the face-to-face piece seal of the respirator are not permitted.

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.