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.
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GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Welders perform welding of castings per work instructions, utilizing T.I.G. (Tungsten Inert Gas) in a weld chamber.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Perform welding of castings in a weld chamber per work instructions.
- Perform salvage weld repair of all unacceptable defects in castings.
- Ensure a consistent flow and prioritization of product through the department.
- Perform weld repairs which meet N.D.T. (Non-Destructive Testing) quality levels.
- Welder must distinguish between and weld with various alloys of titanium as specified on router.
- Safely operate all equipment and tools. Adhere to safety rules and report safety problems.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Satisfactorily perform and pass an in-house welding test.
- Possess a general knowledge of T.I.G. (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding procedures.
- Possess a general knowledge of the post-cast operation of the plant.
- Ability to weld-build to specific dimensional requirements.
- Ability to sit at a welding station for long periods of time.
- Ability to pass a visual examination.
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions.
- Ability to work varying shifts and overtime as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Previous TIG welding experience with titanium, stainless steel, or aluminum preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to read work instructions, communicate with coworkers, stand, and sit for extended periods of time, lift up to 35lbs and push/pull up to 75lbs, manually manipulate castings within weld chamber, must be able to wear and work with weld gloves for extended periods of time. Must be able to work in conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and varying temperatures.