Mission
To efficiently and safely operate the Alloy Service Centers 6.5 and 8 ton Vacuum Furnaces and consistently produce alloys that meet PCC's metallurgical specifications for the production of vacuum ingots and use of the ABS system.
Principal Accountabilities
* 1. Preparation
o Objective: check and maintain furnaces to ensure operation and vacuum levels meet all Process Control Procedures and assure each of the 25 different alloys produced are in compliance with all heat sheets, customer specs, SOPs, PCPs and QCMs.
o Essential Job Functions:
+ A. Check Furnace operation, vacuum level, power supplies, pumping system, cooling system, computer system and overall operation of the furnace.
+ B. Use ABS charge makeup Sheet for preparation of master heats to meet the ASC melt schedule. Ensure all revert and elements are weighted correctly.
+ C. Load material into charges cans. Verify all paperwork and material weighed is correct before starting the heat.
o Marginal Job Function:
+ D. Notify appropriate personnel of low raw materials levels as needed.
* 2. Melting
o Objective: to operate the furnace and complete the melting of a master heat before pouring ingots into molds.
o Essential Job Functions:
+ A. Maintain and monitor vacuum levels throughout melts according to PCP 046-045 and 046-042.
+ B. Charge furnace by adding virgin and revert materials as required, using NEOVIM melt procedure in PCP 046-045 and 046-042.
+ C. Take samples of molten metal for lab analysis; make adjustments to the composition using the ABS Alloy Blend System. Work with lab and department Metallurgist. Hand-calculate additions as needed.
+ D. Approve start of pouring process when heat composition meets specifications.
+ E. Operate the furnace to pour alloy ingots; operate mold filling system during pours, hydraulic systems, doors, cranes and hoists.
+ F. Use electronic heat log to document entire heat. Complete all paperwork at the end of the Pour. Enter all elements and revert usage into the ASC data log.
+ G. Meet master heat production time according to department standard.
* 3. Maintenance
o Objective: to maintain the 6.5 and 8 ton ASC master melt furnace systems.
o Essential Job Functions:
+ A. Maintain and monitor condition of melting coils, furnace linings, power leads and power supply, water cooling system and pumps, hydraulic system and pumps, vacuum pumping system and pumps. Maintain all mechanical parts to keep the furnace running efficiently.
+ B. Clean furnace of soot and alloy after each cycle.
+ C. Replace furnace pot as needed.
* 4. Documentation
o Complete accurate logs, production reports and equipment records.
* 5. Leadership
o Provide work direction, training, and supervision as assigned.
* 6. Quality & Standards
o Meet all production and quality standards.
* 7. Operations Support
o Does all furnace and department support work, assembles and sleeves all pouring racks. Builds all furnace tundishes. Builds and patches all launders. Loads and stages all master heats. Desleeves and stages finished racks for production.
* 8. Safety
o Objective: to take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.
o Essential Job Functions:
o A. Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
o B. Safely operates all equipment and tools.
o C. Trains and is qualified in confined space.
o D. Trained in lockout/tagout.
o E. Trained in fall protection.
o F. Identifies and reports safety problems.
* OTHER ACCOUNTABILITIES
o 1. Performs other tasks as directed.
o 2. Maintains a clean work area using the 6-S system.
Essential Equipment, Vehicles, Tools and/or Machinery Used
* 1. Vacuum Master Melt Furnaces
* 2. Pneumatic tools (e.g., air hammers, air chisels and grinders)
* 3. Forklift
* 4. Hoists
* 5. 20 ton overhead crane
* 6. Special lifting devices
* 7. Hydraulic presses
* 8. Electric rammer
* 9. Basic hand tools (e.g., wrenches, screwdrivers, pry bars, etc.)
* 10. Torches
* 11. Arc welder and wire feed welder
* 12. Air arc for metal removal
* 13. Electric grinder
Training
* 1. Training is provided on the job.
* 2. PCC's Forklift Driving Safety Certification Training must be completed.
Qualifications
* 1. Basic knowledge of vacuum master melt operations or vacuum furnace operations or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
* 2. Ability to read, interpret, and follow specifications on Technique Cards, Process Control Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.
* 3. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and calculate percentages.
* 4. Ability to work independently and as a team member, with limited supervision.
* 5. Ability to provide work direction and coordinate the work of others.
* 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
* 7. Physical ability to perform essential job functions.
PCC Structurals is committed to a diverse workforce. As Equal Opportunity Employer, VEVRAA Federal Contractor, affirmative action employer we provide equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations and ordinances "Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Status/VEVRAA Federal Contractor". Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as PCC Structurals desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. PCC Structurals complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 503-652-3512 for assistance. PCC Structurals is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor committed to providing priority referrals of protected veterans for its openings. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. PCC Structurals complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please visit www.eeoc.gov
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