Hardware Technician Job at Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. San Leandro, CA

$23 - $35 an hour
United States of America
State / County
California
City
San Leandro
Division
Structurals
Company
San Leandro
Function
Operations
Workplace Type
On-Site
Position type
Full Time


Opportunity ID

8490

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

Under general supervision, uses various tools and measuring instruments to install hardware to castings under established safety and operating procedures in accordance with quality standards. Ensures that documentation, tooling, and parts are correctly matched to paperwork.

Objective:
To use various methods to insert hardware into machined castings and ensure that finished castings conform to visual and dimensional specifications on technique cards.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Follow established housekeeping and safety practices to maintain the quality of the work.
  • Demonstrate ability to log on main computer system, extract information, log time, enter inventory amount and forward to next operation.
  • Demonstrates ability to use and interpret measuring devices to .001 inches.
  • Possesses the hand eye coordination to accurately line up hardware with low scrap rates
  • Demonstrate cooperation when assistance is needed by the management and must possess the ability to train incoming personnel.
  • Demonstrate above average value in the department, maintain above average production and possess the ability to make cost analysis for deci¬sion making, and exercise good judgment.
  • Possess ability to basically run the department efficient¬ly with a minimum of outside assistance. Understands the job priority system to expedite shop numbers.
  • Demonstrate the ability to read blueprints sufficiently to extract all dimensions and tolerances necessary for project to pass successfully through the Finish Department.
  • Demonstrate the ability to maintain proper stock and timely requisitioning of different hardware and tools. Also, must be able to complete routinely, on time, a full department monthly invento¬ry, and must know the cost of all tools and supplies within 10%.
  • Conduct dimensional inspection as required using drawings, height gauge, caliper, micrometers, feeler gauge, check gauges, surface finish gages, etc. in necessary toleranc¬es before forwarding parts.
  • Ensure that all castings, and all other items, used in the department are properly labeled at all times to maintain chain of custody credibility according to OPC’s and QCP’s.
  • Work with a rework rate of less than 1% and a zero-scrap rate (parts that cannot be repaired) for the last 30 days.
  • Demonstrate the ability to recognize and communicate production problems to your supervisor, and consistently notify the supervisor immediately when the workload is low.
  • Demonstrate safe and efficient handling of all tools, dies, equipment, forklift, etc.
  • Pass a practical test which consists of at least the following steps:
o Read and interpret Tech Card and Blueprint instructions.
o Ability to correctly install hardware on necessary parts.
o Complete testing a time frame acceptable as a production rate.
o Checking size or parts with appropriate measuring devices.
  • Perform visual and dimensional inspection of castings per part grade levels. May use such measur¬ing devices as micrometers, calipers, and dial indica¬tors.
  • Work is subject to final inspection and check.
  • Adjusts equipment to obtain optimum running condition.
  • Inspects own parts for surface distortion and imperfections.
  • Maintains accurate records of work performed.
  • Meets all production and quality standards.
  • Performs all other duties assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Experience and/or training are included in considerations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, read, follow and interpret instructions on technique cards, code sheets as well as other verbal or written instructions.
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
  • Ability to use simple to moderately complex measuring devices and fixtures.
  • Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $23.00 to $35.00 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.



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