Thermal Spray Operator

United States of America
Oklahoma
Tulsa
Aerostructures
SWU Tulsa
Operations
On-Site
Full Time

  


9095


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.

Location Profile:

Southwest United Industries Tulsa operates from a 100,000 square feet modern and well-maintained facility in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Former headquarters for Southwest United Industries (prior to acquisition), the site offers single source metal finishing for newly manufactured parts and for repair and overhaul applications.

Services include:

  • Anodizing
  • Non-Destructive Testing
  • Painting
  • Plating
  • Shot Peening
  • Thermal Spray
  • Machining/Grinding

 

Southwest United Industries was acquired by Precision Castparts Corp. in December, 2012.

 

Position Summary:

Selected candidates for a Thermal Spray Operator position involves the ability to prepare parts for thermal spraying, performing dimensional checks, and monitoring parameters. Selected Thermal Spray Operators will be expected to read and follow written instruction in the form of job specific work orders as well as customer process specifications as necessary for the successful completion of all interrelated tasks in accordance with defined requirements. Candidates must be self-disciplined and self-motivated individuals with strong accountability (attention to details) skills. Candidates must have the ability and desire to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced production environment, be resourceful and innovative along with presenting a strong business ethic and compliance to leadership and company policies, and a good communicator with the ability to represent the company in a positive manner.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Set up various types of tooling, fixtures, and parts
  • Perform in-process dimensional checks using various instrumentation
  • Monitor machine parameters
  • Preparing parts for thermal spraying
  • Must be able to effectively communicate
  • Must be able to complete all required paperwork
  • Understand, adhere, and demonstrate to the company’s commitment to QUALITY and SAFETY!
  • Maintaining regular and punctual attendance according to shift-times or a pre-arranged work schedule
  • Follow all policies, procedures, and work instructions
  • Wear and maintain proper personal equipment (PPE)
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

  • Able to read micrometers, Vernier calipers, thickness testers;
  • Basic computer skills required;
  • Must have the ability to read and interpret work orders;
  • Outstanding attention to detail;
  • Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and willingness to perform extra work and take on new projects; and,
  • Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced and changing environment; with a strong sense of teamwork

Required Experience:

  • 1 – 3 years in a machine shop or manufacturing environment
  • 0 – 3 years in a metal finishing environment

Level of Education:

  • High school diploma
  • Set up various types of tooling, fixtures, and parts
  • Perform in-process dimensional checks using various instrumentation
  • Monitor machine parameters
  • Preparing parts for thermal spraying
  • Must be able to effectively communicate
  • Must be able to complete all required paperwork
  • Understand, adhere, and demonstrate to the company’s commitment to QUALITY and SAFETY!
  • Maintaining regular and punctual attendance according to shift-times or a pre-arranged work schedule
  • Follow all policies, procedures, and work instructions
  • Wear and maintain proper personal equipment (PPE)
  • Other duties as assigned
  • 1 – 3 years in a machine shop or manufacturing environment
  • 0 – 3 years in a metal finishing environment
  • High school diploma
  • Able to read micrometers, Vernier calipers, thickness testers;
  • Basic computer skills required;
  • Must have the ability to read and interpret work orders;
  • Outstanding attention to detail;
  • Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and willingness to perform extra work and take on new projects; and,
  • Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced and changing environment; with a strong sense of teamwork

This requisition is closed to applications.