Wax Assembler - Aerospace Manufacturing

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Carson City, NV is seeking a Wax Assembler. You will work with detailed wax patterns, assemble into molds, and inspect components used in our investment casting process for aerospace parts. Training is provided for candidates without prior wax experience.

Responsibilities include using heated tools and hand tools, following established processes, and maintaining a safe, organized workstation while meeting daily production goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing/assembly experience preferred but not required.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assemble wax patterns and components for precision aerospace castings.
• Use heated and hand tools to join, shape, and repair wax components.
• Inspect work to ensure quality and workmanship standards.
• Follow instructions and established processes to build assemblies correctly.
• Handle wax patterns carefully to protect them during assembly.
• Learn more complex techniques as skills develop.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily production and quality goals.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Read instructions

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heated tools

Hand tools

Job description

United States of America, Nevada, Carson City

Wax Assembler at PCC - Carson City

BUILD THE PATTERN - BEHIND THE PART

Before a precision aerospace casting becomes metal, it starts here.

As a Wax Assembler at PCC - Carson City, you'll work with detailed wax patterns that are assembled into molds used in our investment casting process. Using specialized hand tools and heated tools, you'll carefully prepare, assemble, repair, and inspect wax components that ultimately help create aerospace parts.

No wax assembly experience? That's okay! We'll train you!

If you enjoy working with your hands, have an eye for detail, and like the satisfaction of creating something precise, this could be a great fit.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Assemble wax patterns and components used to create precision aerospace castings.
• Use heated tools and specialized hand tools to join, shape, smooth, and repair wax components.
• Inspect your work to make sure patterns meet quality and workmanship standards.
• Follow work instructions and established processes to build assemblies correctly.
• Carefully handle and protect wax patterns throughout the assembly process.
• Learn increasingly complex assembly and repair techniques as your skills develop.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Work with your team to meet daily production and quality goals.

YOU MIGHT BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU...

• Enjoy detailed, hands-on work.
• Have good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Take pride in making things look right.
• Are patient and comfortable working with small or intricate parts.
• Can follow detailed instructions and established processes.
• Are dependable and work well independently.
• Want to learn a specialized manufacturing skill.
• Have manufacturing or assembly experience - but it isn't required.

GROW YOUR SKILLS

Wax Assembly isn't just an entry-level production job.

As you develop your skills, you'll have opportunities to learn more advanced assembly techniques, complex wax repair, inspection, troubleshooting, and eventually training and mentoring others.

We'll provide the training. You bring the attention to detail and willingness to learn.

SCHEDULE: Swing Shift, 2:30pm - 11pm.

WHY PCC?

• Competitive hourly pay
• Shift differential
• Quarterly Cash Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities to learn new skills and advance
• Build products that support the aerospace industry

START WITH WAX. HELP BUILD WHAT FLIES.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous manufacturing, assembly, wax processing, investment casting, or similar production experience
• Strong manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform precise repetitive work involving small and intricate components.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions and production documentation.
• Basic math skills, including decimals and fractions.
• Ability to safely use heated tools, hand tools, fixtures, and production equipment.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and product protection.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a manufacturing team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing detailed and repetitive assembly work.
• Ability to frequently use hands and fingers for gripping, manipulating, dressing, repairing, and assembling wax components.
• Good hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills required.
• Ability to bend, reach, twist, and move throughout the work area as required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds independently; heavier items require assistance or approved lifting devices.
• Ability to safely work with heated tools, wax materials, solvents, and other approved manufacturing materials.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear required PPE.

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.