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.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Position is the main focal point of the department and takes direction from the operations manager. The purpose of this position is to manage the day-to-day activities of the respective departments and to plan, organize, direct and control the operation of the department so that it performs efficiently and effectively.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for understanding and managing the department to all requirements of the quality system. This includes all respective quality control procedures, department operating manuals, process control procedures, and work instructions.
- Interviews and recommends applicants for hire; ensures that employees are trained for the operation they are performing including the understanding and use of any equipment or tools, part specific techniques, operating procedures, safety, and productivity.
- Conducts performance appraisals and provides regular feedback to coach and develop team.
- Ensures effective employee relations. Resolves employee issues through problem resolution.
- Promotes a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Supports production by assigning work schedules based on the priorities set by planning.
- Responsible for Milestone 9 thru 11 and supporting departments.
- Responsible for the execution of the dock throughput plan and closing out the week.
- Responsible for lining out Heat Treat Loads to support dock throughput commitment and plan.
- Responsible for full report out at the end of the weekend, but required to escalate any issues or roadblocks in the moment.
- Answers and follow-ups on questions or concerns raised by employees; provides feedback to the operations manager with regard to the overall performance of the department.
- Responsible for making sure the structure and capacity of the departments will support the forecasted volume of work.
- Ensures that thru-put and target earned hours are attained and budget criteria is met or exceeded.
- Implements and monitors standards for production performance, operating cost, operating procedures, and employee conduct.
- Drives and supports departmental 6S and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the investment casting process and equipment; ability to learn the process and quality requirements in a short period of time.
- Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office to include Excel and Word.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Knowledge of planning and scheduling systems; ability to create and follow a financial budget.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively supervise.
- Ability to promote teamwork within and across departments.
- Ability to work varying schedules and overtime as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years experience in a manufacturing industry, supervisory experience, and AA degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience required. BS degree in engineering preferred. Preference given to individuals trained in Lean Manufacturing and 6-Sigma.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to stand and walk within the manufacturing facility. Ability to communicate, write, type, use and operate office and department/s equipment. Ability to exert up to seventy-five pounds of force to move objects (lift up to 35lbs). Ability to work in conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and varying temperatures.
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.
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 be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. &39;Green Card Holder&39;), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.
