Penetrant/Surface Treat Trainee

CHICAGO MAGNESIUM CASTING CO•Blue Island, IL

21h•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for processing castings that require sandblasting, wheelebrating, acid dip, and penetrant operations. The operator will work with acid and alkaline solutions and will process castings through penetrant operations, requiring extreme attention to processes and safety requirements when handling caustic materials. This trainee position can lead to Level One certification and provide back-up support to Penetrant Level II personnel.

Requirements

Basic math skills
Ability to read and understand all procedures required to perform assigned tasks
Good communication skills
Must pass Vision test
On-the-Job training while working under an experienced operator until position certification is achieved
Surface Treat certification within 90 days of employment
After 90 days, coursework and on the job training to achieve Penetrant Level 1 certification

Nice To Haves

NDT classes a plus
Surface treat or chemical experience preferred

Responsibilities

Accurate scanning in and out on jobs and the proper reporting of processed quantities
Wear proper safety equipment; keep work area clean and safe at all times
Understand customer requirements, internal scrap challenges, rework, customer returns, their impact on the job, and demonstrate ability to deliver quality & efficient workmanship
Review & inspect all material being used, building self-inspection into everything made/processed
Complete, date, and sign-off on all routing information
Perform job tasks in an efficient manner according to given standards
Blast castings until a uniformed appearance has been obtained
Remove and blow out grit and sand from castings
Process aluminum and magnesium castings through acids to clean, remove and desmutt the soft metals
Must always wear PPE gear when processing castings through acids
Neutralize and process spent acids and waste water
Change and mix acids according to processing specifications
Ensure castings have a clean uniform finish after processing
Documentation of required tests
Dip magnesium and aluminum sand castings in Penetrant oil
Remove oil, dry castings, develop castings
Prep developed castings for inspection
Under supervision, begin to inspect castings, learning discontinuities, customer specifications, casting pass or fail decision making
Report any problems or discrepancies to immediate management