Heat Treat Operator (2nd Shift)

United States of America
California
San Leandro
Structurals
San Leandro
Operations
On-Site
Full Time

  


21834


Under general supervision, perform a variety of heat-treating functions in altering the physical and mechanical properties of ferrous and nonferrous metals following established safety and operating in accordance with quality standards.  Ensures that documentation, parts are correctly matched to paperwork. Makes up Heat Treat loads following published procedure by placing items to be heated in rack or basket following detailed instruction on technique cards or other department paperwork while maintaining production requirements.

 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

•    Follow established housekeeping and safety practices to maintain the quality of the work environment under general supervision.  
•    Must demonstrate the ability to complete all departmental paperwork in fine detail and explain the logic of all phases.
•    Demonstrate ability to log on main computer system, extract information, log time, enter inventory amount and forward to next operation.
•    Works under general supervision and guidance following established company practices and process procedures.
•    Completes work sheets from accompanying paperwork and/or main computer system documentation and specifications for required heat treating.
•    Counts parts before thermal treating; racks parts, furnaces, and identifies loads.
•    Verifies proper function of furnace including temperature, time and ancillary equipment.
•    May participate in scheduled survey of equipment function.
•    May transport finished pieces to next operation station after paperwork is completed.
•    Assists in preventative maintenance of furnaces and associated equipment.
•    Reviews own work for completeness and quality workmanship standards.  Records and process data on production document, on time, associated with the specified work performed.
•    Possess basic understanding of instrumentation and controls.
•    Maintain control of shop/lot integrity and meet all production and quality standards.
•    Possess able to correctly and safely light up and shut down furnaces.
•    Understands instrumentation and controls and be capable of setting furnaces for procedures as set up by supervisor.
•    Possess the ability to read, understand, and follow heat treat procedures as set up by heat treat code.
•    Demonstrate prudent use of furnace time.
•    Understand principle and operation of dew pointer and accurately take readings and make necessary adjustments.
•    Understand principle and procedure of hardness tester and accurately take readings.
•    Demonstrate leadership ability, set good examples for the rest of the department and maintain delivery schedules.  
•    Possess the ability to basically run the department efficiently with a minimum of outside assistance.
•    Possess the ability to make cost analysis for decision making, and exercise good judgement to Increase productivity and decrease scrap and rework.
•    Must have no violation of safety rules or policies.
•    Demonstrate basic understanding of why heat treat unit works and be able to perform Must demonstrate ability to interpret traveler as to end result of casting and what part heat treat plays in process toward end result.
•    Give full and detailed explanation of blend panel, temperature panel, and oil quench.
•    Define effects of time/temperature/carbon/Oxygen/etc. on hardness/softness of parts. 
•    Explain aging, anneal, what part Argon plays, Rockwell & Brinell Test, "HIP", homogenize, overage, quench, soak time, sub-critical anneal, subzero temper, and thermocouple. 
•    Turns in all heat treat batch sheets and records no more than 24 hours after the end of a specific recorded period.
•    Attain a working knowledge of the QCPs and OPCs and complete the qualifications including the following.
•    Perform all other duties assigned.

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS: 

•    Training is provided on the job and may be documented by Verbal, Written, or Practical Testing.

•    Heat treat experience preferred.

•    Completion of ASM Heat Treating Course, Hardness Testing procedures and practical tests outlined in the Heat Treat Syllabus and documented by QA.
•    Heat Treat Safety on Temper Furnace, Vacuum Furnace and Atmosphere Furnace
•    Training on methods to stack parts for efficient production without creating scrap or rework.
•    Experience and/or training are included in considerations.
•    Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, read, follow and interpret instructions on technique cards, code sheets as well as other verbal or written instructions.
•    Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
•    Ability to use simple to moderately complex measuring devices and fixtures.
•    Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $22.00 to $24.50 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 position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.