Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) Hiring For NDT X-Ray Level I 2nd shift at Groton, CT  Full Time

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.

PURPOSE:

This classification covers those employees who perform fluorescent penetrant inspection of castings using predetermined inspection methods to assure conformance to customer requirements.

Work under the general supervision performing penetrant inspection functions on castings following established penetrant and mag inspection methods.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Interprets castings processed through the penetrant process and certifies the conformance of the castings to customer’s requirements.
• Inspects castings for visual (White light) compliance to customer requirements and may certify conformance when required.
• Prepares technique cards and assists in setting up work for lower level classification personnel.
  Conducts daily/weekly/monthly calibration and systems checks.
• Moves castings into and out of the inspection area.
  Completes any necessary paperwork and records as required.
• Maintains various logs and test records and time cards as required.
• Assists in the training of lower classified personnel and monitors their work from the standpoint of quality.
• Reports discrepancies of out of tolerance conditions to Inspection Supervisor.
• Completes necessary PCAR’s giving an evaluation of the probable cause of the discrepancy.
• Follows established housekeeping and safety practiced to maintain the quality of the work environment.
• Performs related work requiring equal or less skill as directed.
• Attends training sessions as required.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to complete specialized training courses in the operation of penetrant and magnetic particle equipment.
• Requires ability to pass visual acuity test. Requires ability to understand basic theory underlying magnetic particle inspection.
• Requires ability to use simple gauging equipment used by Inspector C and ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Individual must document that he/she has completed the current departmental job qualification requirements form.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to the Finishing lead person and the Finishing supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 4 months experience as a Penetrant Inspector C or equivalent is required.
• Requires ability to read, write and to follow written and verbal instructions normally acquired by completing high school.