Wax Dimensional Inspector - Deer Creek at Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Milwaukie, Oregon

Job Description:

Country

United States of America

State / County

Oregon

City

Milwaukie

Division

Airfoils

Company

Deer Creek (DCA)

Function

Operations

Position type

Full Time

Anticipated start date


Anticipated start date - day

Anticipated start date - month

Anticipated start date - year

August
1 2021

Opportunity ID

1763

Company Profile

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.

Position Summary

MISSION:

To assure in-process visual and dimensional quality of all wax components using a variety of hand tools and automated inspection equipment.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Visual Inspection.

Objective: to identify surface defects and flaws in wax components and tools.

A. Visually inspects wax patterns prior to cleaning, soluble cores, developmental and prototype assemblies, and tools for surface defects and flaws.
B. Uses a variety of hand tools to assist in visual inspect.

2. Dimensional Measurement.

Objective: to assure dimensional integrity.

Typical Activities:

A. Inspects components using height gauges, micrometers, calipers, ultrasound, 3D scanning tools and other dimensional measuring devices.
B. Performs Statistical Process Control calculations using pre-established formulas to determine if dimensions are within acceptable ranges or if process is in control.

3. Engineering Support.

Objective: to work with and prepare reports for use by engineers in addressing product quality issues.

Typical Activities:

A. Works with engineers to establish and test inspection techniques.
B. Works with engineers to identify and resolve problems of surface and dimensional defects.
C. Enters dimensional data into computer for engineering purposes.
D. Prepares reports and information on dimensional issues as needed.

4. Completes a variety of logs and records.

5. May train less skilled personnel as assigned.

6. Performs other tasks as assigned.

TRAINING:

1. Training is provided on the job.

2. Wax Dimensional Inspector Courses.

3. Wax Dimensional Inspector Certification.

4. Statistical Process Control Training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Working knowledge of dimensional tools and basic dimensional inspection techniques as demonstrated by one year of competently performing Wax Molding, or Assembly Inspector.

OR

An equivalent combination of classroom training and work experience.

2. Ability to perform wax dimensional inspection applying proper techniques.

3. Ability to read precision hand tools.

4. Familiarity with all common dimensional inspection tools including 3D scanning tools, go/no gauges, micrometers, height gauges, calipers and pi tapes is preferred.

5. Familiarity with surface plate inspection setups.

6. Ability to read, interpret, and follow specifications on Tech Cards, blueprints, and drawings.

7. Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.

8. 23/30 correctable vision, and satisfactory passage of depth perception and color visions tests.

9. Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing thirty to sixty pounds and occasionally up to seventy pounds with assistance.

10. Ability to work in difficult working conditions which may include operating in physically awkward positions for extended periods of time, exposure to noise, dust, chemicals and other elements

Desired Skills

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.

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