Job Details

Country

United States of America

State / County

California

City

San Leandro

Division

Structurals

Company

San Leandro

Function

Quality

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity ID

20226

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.

Job Description

Position Summary:
X-ray Trainee Technicians performs basic Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) tasks such as staging work, moving product through the NDT process and miscellaneous support tasks. Level one NDT Technicians will demonstrate the ability to interpret work orders and follow work instructions. This is an entry level position requiring no previous experience.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
* Work safely under functional safety guidelines such as PPE and equipment interaction.
* Reads and accurately follows technique card instructions, which describes numerous unique steps of a complex nature; plans the methods for completing a given assignment.
* Adheres to quality processes including in-process inspection to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
* Correctly interprets films and certifies conformance of castings to customer requirements.
* Develops and/or approves complex x-ray "shooting" sketches and techniques used by other x-ray personnel.
* Troubleshoots equipment problems and malfunctions and maintains effective maintenance programs for all equipment, operates all equipment as required.
* Performs equipment calibrations as necessary
* Perform basic NDT support tasks (staging work, etc.)
* Completes all necessary records and develops logs and other records to assure compliance to specifications.
* Maintains/generates related, graphs, records, and reports. Frequent interaction with customers and source inspectors. Analyzes shots taken with the aid of a viewer, to accept or reject x-ray plates in accordance with standards set by Quality Control.
* Work in a team environment, i.e. follow instructions and assist others as needed.
* Follows all established housekeeping and safety practices to maintain the quality of the work environment.
* Performs other duties of equal, greater, or lesser complexity as required by the position or as assigned by supervision.
Experience & Education
* Requires the ability to read, write and follow verbal and written instructions normally acquired by completion of high school of GED. Training is on the job.
* Use arithmetic, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Make simple use of drawings, x-ray folders, approved x-ray techniques, specifications, charts, and tables.
* Must complete Level I x-ray Technician Exam, general, specific, practical, and physical exam requirements.

Required Skills

* Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, read, follows, and interprets instructions on technique cards, code sheets as well as other verbal or written instructions.
* Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
* Expose and develop x-ray film to inspect and check a variety of parts patterns following standard or prescribed methods, requires the use of judgment and films, read, and interpret film technique parameters within the limits of standard practices.
* Continuous mental or visual attention in positioning parts, setting exposure, developing film, and performing related duties
* Ability to use basic inspection tools
* The ability to read and interpret work instructions and basic prints and dimensions
* Ability to acquire Level 1 NDT certification.
* Ability to lift, carry, push, pull 15-20 pounds frequently and 35 pounds occasionally

Desired Skills:
* Sincere desire to learn and broaden their knowledge base thereby increasing their value to the company.
* Focus on results, timely completion, and quality; Attention to detail and accuracy - precision oriented.
* Prior experience in an industrial manufacturing setting is desirable. Some prior shop experience preferred in order to understand shop practices and procedures.
* Demonstrated high degree of visual acuity and manual dexterity.
* Over 1-year experience.

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 $25.50 to $38.25 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.

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.