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Check & Straighten (Aerospace)
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What they do
A Tool and Die Maker builds the tools and dies used to make a variety of products and appliances. Works with mechanical engineers to build and assemble parts according to blueprints.
$66,052 / year median in Washington
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Country United States of America
State / County Washington
City Woodinville
Division EPD
Company University Swaging
Function Operations
Workplace Type On-Site
Position type Full Time Opportunity
ID 23104
Job Description Position Summary:
The Check & Straighten position identifies and corrects stress risers (warps and bends) that cause failure and non-conformance in Aerospace parts, specifically shafts, pins and tubing products. The position involves mechanical straightening (use of an arbor press or like tooling) as well as machine-driven straightening (use of hydraulic assisted press). Candidates will primarily handle thin-wall aluminum tubing, but will occasionally handle stainless, titanium, and Inconel tubing and shafts. The position combines a need for strong hand-eye coordination with the ability to lift 35lbs, regularly apply pressures from 1 lb. ft. to 10 lb. ft. and occasionally apply pressure up to 35lb ft using a mechanical arbor press. Additional qualifications include blueprint reading, navigation and understanding of work order routings, notes, and instructions, troubleshooting abilities, and basic understanding of metal forming limits based on material and customer specifications. Employees may also perform additional tasks as required.
Shift:
Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2:45pm
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Identify straightness and conformity issues using dial indicators
Perform material deflection to provide correction for non-conformance
Safely operate mechanical arbor press
Safely operate hydraulic assisted press
Regularly apply 1lb. ft. pressure to 10lb. ft. pressure using arbor press
Occasionally apply pressures up to 35lb. ft using arbor press
Occasional lifting of up to 35lbs
Correctly read and interpret work orders and follow work instructions
Maintain a clean work environment using 6S principles
Other duties and projects as assigned
Required Skills:
Basic blueprint reading ability
Basic use of measuring equipment including dial indicators, calipers, and micrometers
Basic understanding of metal forming
Ability to read and understand written work instructions
Ability to operate manual arbor press Required Experience and Education High School Diploma or equivalent 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 $22.00 to $24.0 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.
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. 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.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Health Insurance