Production Wax Assembler LPCT

Production Wax Assembler LPCT

Country

United States of America

State / County

Oregon

City

Portland

Division

Structurals

Company

LPC

Function

Operations

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity ID

19916

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.

Job Description

MISSION:

To assemble complex segmented patterns in a dimensionally controlled fixture in preparation for the gating process.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Preparation
Objective: to inspect pattern components and dimensional fixture prior to loading.
Typical Activities:

A. Pre-inspects pattern and dimensional fixture prior to start of assembly.
B. Reads and follows technique card assembly instructions, which describe numerous unique assembly steps of a complex nature; plans the methods for completing a given assignment and selects among alternative assembly methods.

2. Assembly
Objective: to accurately assemble complex multi-component patterns to maintain dimensional integrity.
Typical Activities:

A. Assembles complex multi-component patterns by means of torch, hot pencils, and a variety of hand tools.
B. Assembles complex patterns using full-time dimensional fixturing to maintain dimensional control and stability.
C. Manipulates fixture/pattern components to remove configuration discrepancies and verify dimensional integrity.
D. Possibly develops code sheets for engineering-requested modifications or deviations to standard assemblies.
E. Inspects assemblies during and after the assembly process to detect defects and ensure quality.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Ability to apply pattern assembly techniques, methods, materials, fixturing and construction.
2. Experience assembling wax patterns and/or pattern finishing is preferred or the equivalent experience.
3. Ability to communicate and work effectively with others.
4. Ability to work in a team environment and promote team development.
5. Ability to read and follow complex written instructions.
6. Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing thirty to fifty pounds and occasionally up to one hundred twenty five pounds with assistance.
7. Ability to work in conditions which may include exposure to noise, fumes, crowding, awkward physical positions, abrasions, cuts, and chemicals.

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.

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