First Inspection LPCT

Job Description

MISSION:

To identify and record casting defects, severity, and the responsible department in order to assist engineering and process control in resolving processing variations. To verify alloy type in each casting and visually inspect castings before release for further processing.

PRINCIPAL

ACCOUNTABILITIES :

1. Inspection.

Objective: to visually inspect and verify part quality through instrumentation tests prior to routing for further processing.

Typical

Activities:

* Visually inspect all castings for defects, using boroscopes, mirrors and other hand tools when necessary

* Verifies the alloy composition of all castings and weld patches using Acromag and Kevex spectral analyzer; programs analyzer and reviews results.

* Verifies alloy type of x-ray "pennies" laid on film.

* Routes parts.

2. Documentation.

Objective: to record defects and process control problems for timely analysis by process control and engineering.

Typical

Activities:

* Records type of defects, severity, location and responsible department; prepares reports.

* Documents and identifies unusual or recurring problems with parts and brings to the attention of the appropriate individual.

* Reviews, completes and assures accurate documentation.

* Completes special reports as requested by engineering or process control.

3. Interfacing.

Objective: to work with engineering, process control and other plant departments to identify and resolve problems found during inspection.

Typical

Activities:

* Contacts engineering personnel for their inspection of parts when necessary and or requested.

* Assists Production Supervision and Part Product Engineers in evaluation of samples, trials and experiments.

* Assists Process Control in monitoring part quality.

* Contacts Investing, Casting and other production departments as appropriate regarding part defects.

4. Safety

Objective: to take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.

Typical

Activities:

* Adheres to plant and department safety rules.

* Safely operates all equipment and tools.

Identifies and reports safety problems.

* Performs other tasks as directed.

* May be required to handle hazardous waste.

TRAINING:

Training is provided on the job.

May be required to complete Hazardous Waste Management Training.

ENTRY

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Working knowledge of one or more of the stages of the investment casting process is preferred OR an equivalent combination of experience and training.

* Ability to follow instructions, read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations.

* Ability to work independently.

* Ability to communicate effectively with others.

* Ability to attend to details.

* Ability to lift and or maneuver objects weighing thirty to fifty pounds and occasionally up to seventy five pounds.

* Ability to work in difficult working conditions, which may include exposure to noise, dust, temperature extremes, awkward positions and other elements for extended periods of time.

MAJOR PLANT DIFFERENCES:

* LSBO First Inspectors complete scrap assignments; collect scrap parts, complete paperwork to assign responsible departments and route scrap to

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.

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.

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.

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