Titanium Line Operator LMA

PCC Talent Acquisition Portal • Portland, OR

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About The Position

The Titanium Line Operator chemically cleans castings before inspection, reworking, further processing, or shipping. The role prepares, operates, and maintains chemical-cleaning tanks and completes the steps needed to apply fluorescent penetrant to castings for inspection. Work includes testing and adjusting bath chemistry, using chemical tanks and rinsing equipment, operating the penetrant line, documenting process information, maintaining equipment and the work area, and following safety requirements. On-the-job training is provided, along with specified chemical-safety and penetrant-inspection training.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED, necessary for NDT certification.
• Three to six months of experience as a Cold Etch Operator B or prior chemical etching operations experience, or an equivalent combination of classroom training and work experience.
• Completion of PCC basic chemistry training for Cold Etch Operations or other basic chemistry courses.
• Training in math calculations for Cold Etch Operations, such as volumes and etch rates.
• Ability to read, write, interpret, and follow instructions and Tech Cards.
• Ability to perform a variety of arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing 30 to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work for extended periods in difficult conditions that may include noise, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes, and other elements.
• Ability to work under conditions requiring a NIOSH-approved respirator when assigned; when a tight-fitting respirator is required, facial hair, glasses temple pieces, or other items that interfere with the respirator seal are not permitted.

Responsibilities

• Test alkaline and acid bath samples and determine whether chemistry is within specifications.
• Calculate etch rates and make required bath adjustments, including adding acids or water and adjusting surface tension.
• Check, prime, and troubleshoot circulation pumps; inspect for leaks and consult pumping diagrams as needed.
• Monitor cold etch bath chemistry and change filters or screens according to schedule.
• Submerge castings in alkaline or acid baths using fixtures, hoists, or tumblers; rinse, transfer, and dry them according to procedures.
• Complete hot-water rinses, clean tanks, and pump spent tank solutions into drums for transfer to a neutralization facility.
• Hand etch small parts as needed and remove markings from castings before shipping.
• Inspect castings for dirt, clean and degrease them, and chemically etch specified castings by local or swab etching.
• Neutralize and dry etched castings and neutralize the holding tank.
• Apply fluorescent penetrant to castings using a hand-held electrostatic sprayer and allow the penetrant to be absorbed for the specified time.
• Wash castings to remove penetrant, pre-dry them with fans, dry them in cabinets, and place them in a developing cabinet for automatic powdered-developer application.
• Visually inspect castings and clean or degrease them as needed.
• Complete process logs and records, including alkaline concentrations, bath etch rates, chemical additions, and part lots.
• Perform equipment maintenance and minor repairs; keep the work area and materials clean and orderly.
• Follow plant and department safety rules, operate equipment and tools safely, identify and report safety problems, and handle hazardous waste if required.
• Perform other tasks as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED