Titanium Line Operator LPCT

Position: Titanium Line Operator LPCT 860
Job Description MISSION:
* To chemically clean casting prior to inspection and reworking using alkaline baths, cold etch baths, and/or hot water washes; to accurately prepare, operate and maintain tanks used for chemical cleaning; to clean castings before routing to shipping.
* To complete all steps necessary for the application of fluorescent penetrant on castings in order to prepare castings for the fluorescent penetrant inspection process; to prepare castings for evaluation by the fluorescent penetrant system. PRINCIPAL

ACCOUNTABILITIES :
* Etch Line Preparation:
* Objective: to test chemical baths, make corrections and assure conformance to process control specifications. *

* Typical

Activities:

* Takes alkaline bath samples to determine concentration.
* Takes acid bath samples to lab; checks lab analysis to determine if bath chemistry within specification ranges; determines what additions are required.
* Calculates etch rate using standard formula.
* Adds acids to bath in order to bring chemistry up to specifications, using standard formulas; adds water to alkaline baths if out of compliance; adjusts surface tension as needed.
* Checks operation of and primes circulation pumps; checks for leaks; troubleshoots and reviews pumping diagrams if needed.
* Monitors and maintains chemistry of cold etch baths.
* Changes all filters/screens as required by schedule.
* Wears protective gear when working with chemicals.
* Chemical Cleaning and Rinsing.
* Objective: to submerge parts in chemical tanks to clean according to specified procedures for further inspection and/or processing. *

• * Typical
  
  Activities:
  
  * Places fixtures on castings; submerges in alkaline and/or acid baths using hoists or tumblers.
  * Removes castings, rinses and transfers to drying ovens; loads and unloads ovens.
  * Completes hot water rinses as specified.
  * Pumps spent tank solutions into drums and prepares them for transfer to neutralization facility; cleans and rinses tanks.
  * Hand etches small parts as needed.
  * Hand cleans castings of all markings prior to shipping.
  * Penetrant Line Operation
  * Objective: to complete all steps in the preparation and application of penetrant to castings. *
• * Typical
  
  Activities:
  
  * Visually inspects castings for surface dirt; cleans and degreases as necessary.
  * Chemically etches specific castings by local or swab etching, which removes a small amount of metal; neutralizes parts with water and dries; neutralizes holding tank.
  * Places clean castings on penetrant line and applies fluorescent penetrant liquid using hand-held, electro-static sprayer; allows penetrant to be absorbed.
  * Washes castings to remove penetrant after specified time; pre-dries with fans and places castings in drying cabinets.
  * Places castings in developing cabinet for automatic application of powdered developer.
  * Visually inspects castings; cleans and degreases as needed.
  * Wears protective gear during line operation.
  * Process Documentation:
  * Completes logs and records, including alkaline concentration, bath etch rates, chemical additions, and part lots.
  * Maintenance and Housecleaning.
  * Objective: to maintain penetrant line equipment and work area in good working order. *
• * Typical
  
  Activities:
  
  * Performs maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
  * Keeps work area and materials clean and orderly.
  * 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.
  * May be required to handle hazardous waste.
  * Performs other tasks as directed. TRAINING:
  * Training is provided on the job.
  * PCC's Hazardous Chemical Safety Training.
  * May be required to complete hazardous waste management training.
  * Level 1 Penetrant Inspection Courses.
  * Level 1 Penetrant Inspection Certification. ENTRY
  
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  
  * High School Graduation or GED (necessary for NDT certification).
  * Three to six months experience as a Cold Etch Operator B or prior chemical etching operations experience. OR
  * An equivalent combination of classroom training and work experience.
  * Completion of PCC basic chemistry training for Cold Etch Operations or other basic chemistry courses.
  * Completion of training in math calculations necessary for Cold Etch Operations, e.g. volumes, etch rates.
  * Ability to read, write, interpret and follow instructions and Tech Cards.
  * Ability to perform a variety of arithmetic calculations.
  * Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing thirty to fifty pounds and occasionally up to one hundred pounds.
  * Ability to work in difficult working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes and other elements for extended periods of time.
  
  NOTE:
  
  for job positions that require respiratory protection (more than a filtering face piece - dust mask):
  In compliance with the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division Personal Protective Equipment…