Investment Operator (3rd Shift)

GRAVEYARD SHIFT position, Thurs-Mon (Tues, Wed off)

TRAINING SCHEDULE: Mon-Fri, 5am-1:30pm

Position Summary:
In the investment casting process, this role dips wax patterns/structures in ceramic slurry. There is art and craftsmanship in this process as it takes a keen eye for precision, ability to read and follow instructions, and physical endurance. This entry level position with on-the-job training, may advance to other roles, i.e.; if computer skills are evident may cross train to robotics controls.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities
•    Follows all prescribed safety rules and regulations. Wears safety glasses with side shields and steel toed shoes at all times. Wears provided coveralls to protect street garments from particulate. May be required to wear dust mask (i.e.; facial hair interferes with seal)
•    Reads shell process instructions pertaining to each production part number
•    Prepares basic molds for further processing according to instructions.  Lifts assemblies from racks and inserts handles to facilitate clipping/washing.
•    Immerses wax set-up in appropriate washing solutions according to written instructions
•    Immerses mold in the proper slurry, applying the first coat to the mold per instructions
•    Replenishes slurry mixture following specified procedures, mixing solids and liquids into tanks
•    Maintains clean and orderly work area; sweep, wipe, wash, scrap, remove process waste 
•    Periodically performs turnaround functions; cleaning and restoring tanks and equipment
•    Performs other duties as assigned by supervision or as required by the position

Experience & Education:
Requires the ability to read, write and follow verbal and written instructions normally acquired by completion of high school of GED. Training is on the job.

Required Skills  
•    Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, read, follows and interprets instructions on technique cards, code sheets as well as other verbal or written instructions.
•    Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
•    Ability to maintain order and chain of custody on shell molds.

Desired Skills:

•    Sincere desire to learn and broaden their knowledge base thereby increasing their value to the company.
•    Accurately completes logs and records in a timely manner
•    Ability to frequently lift and/or maneuver objects weighing 35 pounds.
•    Ability to work in conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, temperature extremes and other elements for extended periods of time.
•     Deliver technical support (understand/use related data and systems) as needed
•    Maintain cooperative working relationships. 
•    Demonstrate patients and willingness to learn from others. 
•    The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

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.