Rework Specialist LPCT 863

MISSION:
As well as performing production welding, this operator leads problem or special projects in an effort to rework or fabricate product to customer specification.  This operator accomplishes hands-on training of our Rework Welders and others as required.  Also, this operator executes welding, data collection, etc. in support of welding engineering projects.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1.    Train Rework Welders
    A.    Progress new or transfer welders through the Welder Development and Progression Program (SOP 59-16).
    B.    Assist all Rework Welders with skill application training or assistance.
    C.    Provide hands-on demonstration or training for new welding processes, welding of new alloys, or of new welding techniques.
    D.    Participate in performance measure feedback and performance review of Rework Welders.

2.    Welding Engineering Project Support:
    A.    Execute welding engineering directed experiments/tests.
    B.    Assist in planning of special or problem part rework.
    C.    Lead the work of other operators on special or problem part rework.
    D.    Participate in writing/revision of technique cards, SOP’s, PCP’s, etc.

3.    Production Welding Support
    A.    Perform all duties of Rework Welder.
    B.    Schedule and monitor certification tests for all welders in assigned departments.
    C.    Advise and/or assist supervision with movement of manpower/product between departments.
    D.    Alert welding engineers and/or department supervisors of product needing special attention.
    E.    Facilitate performance measurement data collection and operator feedback within assigned departments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.    Must currently hold position of a Step 6 Rework Welder.
2.    GTAW IIIb-SA certification required.
3.    A record of 80% or better “first try” welding certification test successes required.
4.    Position required incumbent be willing, as required by production needs, to change department assignments, work with others in more than one department, and to adjust shift schedules.
5.    Outstanding performance in prior progression through Welder Development and Progression Program (SOP 59-16) is desired.  Does not apply to welders who did not have access to the program.)
6.    Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions, make progress observations, and accurately record technical data required.
7.    Demonstrated ability to write clear work instructions, process records, and training records required.
8.    Experience effectively teaching individuals and/or small groups desired.
9.    Position required incumbent be willing to lead the work of other individuals or small groups.
10.    Satisfactory attendance record required.
11.    Satisfactory safety record required.

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.