Assembly Mechanic - Algona

Position Summary

Performs a variety of operations to assemble and make major assembly structures such as doors and mechanisms, and structural subassemblies such as rudders, flaps, and stabilizers. Aligns parts on jigs using templates and fixtures. Performs minor part-fitting operations such as filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming. Measures parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions. May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Reporting Structure

• The Assembly Mechanic will report to the Associate Assembly Operations Manager

Shift Schedules

• Monday-Friday, 6am-2:30pm
  or
• Monday-Friday, 2:30pm-11pm, with a $2.50 per hour shift differential

Primary Responsibilities

• Layout parts per Manufacturing Orders and drawings and verity quantities and assembly instructions
• Pull tools, jigs, templates, and fixtures for setups and replace when complete
• Package and box assemblies for shipment per work orders and customer specifications
• Operate designated machines and hand tools as required and/or instructed by supervision
• Familiarize oneself with Primus Assembly Processes and Procedures including applicable Business Quality Management System     (BQMS) procedures as applicable

Knowledge & Skills

• Riveting, nutplate installations, bonding, bushing and bearing installations under supervision and instruction
• Blueprint reading and basic math skills
• General Tier II level aerospace assembly concepts and procedures
• Familiarity with computer-based MRP data entry
• Good manual dexterity with ability to maintain close tolerances
• Capable of using a variety of manufacturing tools and measuring devices
• Basic English language skills and ability to read, follow, and interpret planning and work order instructions
• Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others
• Good attention to detail
• Willingness to learn

Education & Experience

• Highschool or equivalent
• Entry Level to 1 year experience

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.