Wax Repairer - 2nd Shift

Precision Castparts; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Quarterly incentive bonus

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Precision Castparts is seeking a wax pattern and soluble core inspector for the second shift in Groton, CT. You will visually inspect surfaces, perform dimensional checks, and document results with precision gauges to ensure conformance to specifications.

You will repair/rework as needed, maintain records, and follow safety regulations while aiming to exceed production and quality standards. Requires the ability to read gauges, operate micrometers and calipers, and work under limited supervision

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, count and follow instructions.
• 1 year experience in inspection or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect wax patterns and soluble cores for surface finish and defects.
• Perform dimensional checks using precision instruments and record results.
• Repair and rework patterns or cores and document rejection reasons.
• Report defects, maintain a clean work area and follow safety rules.
• Demonstrate ability to meet production and quality standards.

Skills

Visual inspection

Dimensional checks

Quality evaluation

Documentation

Safety compliance

Repair/rework

Tools

Micrometers

Venires

Scale

Calipers

Federal gauges

Job description

Compensation: $15.50 - $23.25 (dependent on experience)
Schedule: Monday - Friday: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Incentives: 5% Shift Differential + Quarterly Incentive Bonus + Overtime Opportunities

Purpose

Under limited supervision inspects wax patterns and soluble cores for conformance to specifications following established methods and procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• Work from inspection procedures, specifications, photographs and/or instructions to visually inspect and check wax patterns and soluble cores for surface finish and smoothness, blending of features, flash, non-fills, air bubbles, core pulls, holes and cracks.
• Performs dimensional checks using various precision measuring instruments; including micrometers, venires, and scale as required.
• Perform necessary repairs and reject patterns or soluble cores requiring rework stating reason for rejection. Maintain required inspection records.
• Detect and report defective parts or unusual conditions to proper supervision. Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition. Follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Perform a variety of other duties and tasks of equal or less complexity as assigned by supervisor.
• Satisfies wax repairer "B" job qualifications.
• Consistently exceeds production standards while meeting acceptable quality standards.
• Must be able to perform quality evaluations on patterns and soluble cores demonstrating approved techniques, and by visual and dimensional examination, determine whether patterns are of acceptable quality. Demonstrate ability to repair, rework and rebuild wax patterns and soluble cores to specifications.

Special Skills And Physical Requirements

• Manually repair wax patterns following established methods and procedures. Requires the use of some judgment to make routine repair to surface features of a wide range of wax patterns, perform work effectively.
• Uses small hand tools to repair and measure individual patterns, manipulating as necessary. Lifts/moves material weighing 5 to 25 lbs.
• Continuous mental or visual attention in visually checking patterns for surface flaws, making repairs. Duties involve constant alertness and activity.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to wax lead person and wax supervisor.

Education And Experience

• Able to read, write, count, comply with instructions and established routines. Follows written/verbal instructions. May work from sketches. Interprets calipers, micrometers, Federal gauges and fixtures.
• 1 year experience.