Chemical Maintenance Operator – Level 3

United States of America
Washington
Kent
Aerostructures
Protective Coatings
Operations
On-Site
Full Time

  


Pro-Coat

8131

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.

Located in Kent Washington, Protective Coatings Inc. is a leading provider of full service finishing for the aerospace, electronics and medical industries in both commercial and defense applications. Services include but are not limited to non-destructive testing such as fluorescent penetrant and magnetic particle inspection and a wide variety of surface enhancement processes such as shot peening and abrasive blasting, passivation, cadmium and nickel zinc plating, chromic, sulfuric and boric sulfuric acid anodizing and the application of chromate conversion coating on ferrous and non-ferrous alloys. Organic coating includes the application and testing of multiple resin systems such as epoxies, phenolics, polyurethanes, polyesters, elastomerics, intumescents, lacquers, alkyds, acrylics, dry-film lubricants, powder coatings and Teflon. Current approvals include the National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program, (NADCAP), Boeing Commercial Aircraft Company, Boeing Defense and Space, Boeing/Philadelphia, Boeing Long Beach, Grumman, Gulfstream, Lockheed Martin, Goodrich, Bombardier, Cessna and Sikorsky among much else.

 

Founded in 1976, Protective Coatings Inc. was later acquired by Precision Castparts in 2012, and became part of the Aerostructures Division. As a defense contractor Protective Coatings Inc. is registered with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls as a subsidiary of Precision Castparts Corp and is fully compliant with all relevant facets of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and the Export Administration Regulations.

Position Summary:
Candidates for a Level 3 Chemical Maintenance Operator position shall possess the skills and knowledge to perform all duties expected of a chemical maintenance operator, and possess the ability to train level one and level two chemical maintenance operators of the same. Level 3 Chemical Maintenance Operators will be expected to perform complete containment and change out of all production chemical tanks, including those with highly reactive and poisonous chemical properties, the ability to formulize production chemical tanks, and perform complete and proper evacuation of chemical holding tanks and production tanks. Level 3 Chemical Maintenance Operators shall be completely competent in proper handling and containment of all dangerous wastes produced in this company’s facility, which include scenarios involving serious environmental or human impact. They shall have a full understanding and operation of the waste water treatment system including root cause analysis of inconsistencies and failures, and the ability to develop preventative maintenance measures or schedules for treatment systems. Candidates of this position must have strong leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment. As a condition of assignment, Level 3 Chemical Maintenance Operators candidates may be expected to access information and product controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or Export Administration Regulations. As such these candidates may be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, Legal Permanent Residence or protected status as a Non-Citizen National of the U.S.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Maintaining regular and punctual attendance according to shift-times or a pre-arranged work schedule.
  • Follow all policies, procedures, and work instructions.
  • Will require use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during certain tasks (goggles, safety glasses, aprons, boots, gloves, hearing protection, etc.) and be expected to comply with all safety directives and policy.
  • Work independently or as a team member as required by job.
  • Vapor Degreaser solution change-out and maintenance.
  • Perform evacuation of production solutions tanks, and supervisor lower level operators of task.
  • Formulation of production tanks, and supervisor lower level operators of task.
  • Perform advanced handling of dangerous waste including advanced labeling for out-of-norm waste streams.
  • Perform Copper strip solution change-out, and supervisor lower level operators of task.
  • Understanding of the advanced operation of the complete wastewater treatment system, including performance of CAPA (corrective action/preventative action) to resolve inconsistencies or failures.
  • Will be expected to operate forklift, pallet jacks, wheeled carts, or dollies for the safe loading and unloading of chemicals and dangerous waste.
  • Perform advanced chemical inventory including recognizing inventory trends and deficiencies, inventory for out-of-norm projects, and assigning RID (recurring identification) numbers.
  • Operators will be exposed to various production solvent and corrosive chemicals, odors and occasional fumes, wet/humid conditions (indoors), outside weather conditions, and moderate noise level.

Required Skills:

  • Ability to read, write and speak the English language. 
  • Must be detail oriented and quick learner.
  • Basic computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel).
  • Excellent vision (whether or not corrected) including normal color vision.
  • Good communicator with ability to represent the company in a positive manner.
  • Ability to work alone or as a member of a team, good cooperative skills.
  • Ability to read, write and communicate in English. Specifically, applicants must be able to read and understand written or verbal instructions.
  • Understanding of intermediate operation of the wastewater treatment system and knowledge of the four waste streams entering system.
  • Understanding of advanced operation of the Chrome scrubber, on-site solvent recycler, and on-site WWIX flow-through water system.
  • Ability to train, monitor and mentor Level 1 and 2 Chemical Maintenance Operators.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and push or pull up to 100 lbs. using assistive equipment.

 

Required Experience:

 

  • Experience relative to (3) year minimum specific to functions of the Chemical Maintenance department as a Level 2 Chemical Maintenance Operator.

Schedule & Shift:

Monday to Friday 2pm - 10:30pm

Level of Education:

 

  • General Standard education including the ability to read and write in English.
For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $23.50 to $35.25 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors.  For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

This requisition is closed to applications.