Wax Pattern Finisher/Cleaner

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.

GENERAL SUMMARY: 

Wax Cleaner cleans and repairs wax patterns to our current quality standards.  Wax Cleaner also performs minor pattern modifications as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Clean wax pattern surfaces and repair defects in preparation for the assembly process.
2. Modify or alter wax patterns or pattern features as needed.
3. Clean soluble wax pattern surfaces in preparation for the molding process.
4. Perform general cleaning of assembly area, equipment and tools.
5. Adhere to plant and department safety rules; safely operate all equipment and tools and identify and report safety issues.
6. Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to follow written and verbal instruction.
2. Ability to work in a safe and conscientious manner. Adhere to safety rules.
3. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing to co-workers and supervision.
4. Ability to work with hands and possess good hand eye coordination skills.
5. Ability to work well with limited supervision.
6. Ability to work overtime if needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Good hand eye coordination preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to read, write, stand, stoop and reach to perform daily job functions. Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing up to thirty five pounds. Ability to use hand held tools to scrape, torch and smooth wax. Ability to work in conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust and varying temperatures.

Note:  The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.