Laborer

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.

Summary

The Laborer will primarily focus on the visual inspection, transportation and packaging of final work product according to customer specification.

Essential Functions

• Adheres to plant and department safety rules, safely operate all equipment and tools, identifies and reports safety problems, corrects when possible.
• Transports material from production through final packaging, via forklift or other manual and mobilized equipment.
• Load and unload material for shot blast operations or other value-added service.
• Package material into drums, Gaylords, boxes or super sacks according to customer specification, this includes adherence to weight specification.
• Identify product through labeling and stencils.
• Perform visual quality inspection of product.
• Unload trucks with incoming materials.
• Maintains a clean work environment.
• Performs miscellaneous functions as needed in various departments.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years' experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment preferred.

Competencies

• Experience operating forklifts preferred.
• Must have attention for detail, including basic math skills with the ability to add and subtract accurately.
• Proficient in the basic use of a computer to facilitate the entry and completion of work orders.
• Able to use basic hand tools.
• Must physically be able to frequently lift up to 35 lbs. with frequent bending.
• Able to multi-task with shifting priorities and multiple interruptions.
• Must be willing to work shifts and overtime as needed, including 12-hour shifts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional notes

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Physical Dimensions

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands - Must be able to frequently reach overhead, bend/stoop, push/pull, twist, stand, walk, perform repetitive hand movements, and lift and/or carry up to 35lbs. Frequently required to operate a forklift and hand tools. Visually must be able to inspect product.

Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Works primarily in a manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, flames, water and extreme heat and cold. Occasional exposure to vibrations and noise.