Country   United States of America /*generated inline style */ State / County   California /*generated inline style */ City   San Leandro /*generated inline style */ Division   Structurals /*generated inline style */ Company   San Leandro /*generated inline style */ Function   Engineering /*generated inline style */ Workplace Type   On-Site /*generated inline style */ Position type   Full Time /*generated inline style */

  

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15558

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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.

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Engineering Technician

GENERAL PURPOSE 
The Engineering Technician reports to the Process Engineering Manager.  The Engineering Technician is responsible for assigned tasks in support of the Manufacturing team.  Under general supervision, he/she performs a wide range of established or routine technical/production tasks, processes, test or studies of a manual or technical nature.  Plans approaches and assumes responsibility for performing and evaluating an assignment once the objectives are outlined. Provides solutions to technical problems using established techniques.  Works with technical/production senior technicians and engineers to help devise new methods and/or procedures.  Gathers, records, analyzes and summarizes data; may prepare charts or graphs.  Writes reports or memos on projects or results, as necessary.  Provides overall assistance to senior technicians and/or engineers.  Works to general outlines provided by supervisor and has work reviewed periodically.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
•    Know, uphold and abide by plant Safety rules and related EH&S related regulations
•    Interface smoothly with other departments/teams to develop joint plans for resolving parts problems
•    Work closely with and favorably represent PCC with customers and suppliers
•    Developing and adhering to, with any troubleshooting necessary, project timetables
•    Logical and analytic approach to problem solving
•    Experience in CAD such as Solidworks, AutoCAD, or Revit a plus.
•    Procedural creation/revision of manufacturing processes
•    Manage multiple improvement projects simultaneously
•    Investigate and implement process yield improvements through waste reduction and elimination of non- value added activities
•    Lean implementations while maintaining process continuity
•    Support the generation and document change controls for Standard operating procedures and associated documentation 
•    Support and control Engineering and Process Change Requests 

OTHER GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Communicates issues effectively and in a timely manner with Supervisor and/or Manager
•    Work in close partnership with managers, supervisors, leads and other employees in a collaborative manner to achieve company goals and objectives.
•    Know, uphold and abide by all related regulations and company policies, procedures, guidelines, rules and good manufacturing processes.
•    Create timely and accurate reports.
•    Participate in audits, compliance testing and projects.
•    Performs other functions as assigned.

NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS
•    Walks the shop floor to understand workflow and to interact daily with supervisors, leads and other employees.
•    Discuss and resolve product issues and business matters in a timely and effective manner
•    Liaise with internal colleagues to ensure equipment and processes meet local and national regulatory and business requirements (EHS / Maintenance / Production / Quality / IT Etc.)

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS: 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  

•    Requires a high-school diploma and pursuit of a STEM degree OR equivalent experience.
•    Basic knowledge of scientific principles and laboratory techniques.
•    Effective written and verbal communication skills.
•    Ability to apply established procedures to complete a task after it is outlined.
•    Knowledge and demonstrated ability in engineering principles and disciplines; employed manufacturing processes; statistical analysis (data correlation); technical report and article preparation; preparing specifications; ability to define, plan, and complete major projects; ability to partner with and supervise/direct activities of professionals with diverse expertise.
•    Experience using Computer Aided Design, Statistical programs, and Excel.
•    Able to understand and apply sound judgment to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.  
•    Makes sound decisions when general instructions, established methods and clearly defined precedents indicate action to be taken, but confers on unusual situations and issues with supervisors.
•    Able to communicate effectively with co-workers and others.
•    Able to meet individual productivity requirements.
•    Exercises a high degree of care in the handling of parts to avoid damage.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•    Work is generally performed in a production environment.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:  sit for long periods of time; use computer to enter data; perform repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement.  
•    The employee is regularly required to: talk, feel the attributes of objects, grasp, push, and reach with arms or hands.  
•    Some work required near moving mechanical parts.
•    Must be able to occasionally move objects up to 35 lbs. and frequently move objects of 10 lbs. 

/*generated inline style */   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. /*generated inline style */ For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $21.00 to $31.50 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors.  For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan. /*generated inline style */ 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. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees. /*generated inline style */