Cut Off Operator

Precision Castparts Corporation • Redmond, OR

38d

About The Position

GENERAL SUMMARY: Position supports the manufacturing process by removing shell material from cast molds. Removing the pour cup, separating the individual part from the mold by method of oxy/acetylene torch cutting. Sorts and segregates scrap material by alloy type.

Requirements

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and work well with limited supervision.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail on all learned skills.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing to co-workers and supervisor.
• Ability to work with hands and posses a good mechanical ability.
• Ability to work in a safe and conscientious manner; adhere to safety rules.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work with hand and power tools.
• Must be able to write, climb stairs, stoop, and reach to perform daily job functions.
• Ability to exert up to thirty five pounds of force to lift and move molds from the cooling table into the waterblast cabinet, and sandblast cabinets.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience operating a cutting torch, and hand held power tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare molds for removal of pour cup, by utilizing forklift, hand held air guns, hammers, and/or jackhammer.
• Operate Waterblast cabinet, to aid in removal of shell material from molds.
• Utilize an oxy/acetylene-cutting torch to separate part(s) from the mold.
• Operate a variety of belt grinders, or hand held air grinders, to assist in gate removal from casting.
• Utilize a Tannewitz friction cutting bandsaw, to remove gating and/or test material from molds/parts.
• Operate a shotblast cabinet, and a sandblast cabinet to remove shell material from inside pocket areas, or hard to access areas.
• Use of dimensional measuring equipment required when performing certain cut-off operations.
• Responsible for safe work practices by adhering to safety rules, safely operating all equipment and tools identifies and reports safety problems.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Miscellaneous Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees