MISSION:
To identify, sort, clean and size scrap metals for efficient use in melting processes for the TiAl team. To supply melting areas with cleaned, identified alloys. To process vacuum and air melted ingots (LSBO only).
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Classification Objective: to accurate classify and separate metal scraps.
Essential Job Functions:
A. Receives metal parts/gates from casting and backend operations.
B. Classifies all metal using a variety of visual methods including: gating systems, color, cutting behavior and spark test.
C. Classifies all metal using a variety of electronic methods (LSBO only), including spectrotest analyzer, Kevex analyzer and magnetic permeability.
2. Cleaning and Processing Objective: to cut, process and clean metals into sizes for the melting processes according to PCC specifications.
Essential Job Functions:
- Processes metal using either gas torch and wheelabrators at TBO or abrasive saw, wheelabrator plasma arc or air arc torch at LSBO.
- Cuts, cleans and processes air and vacuum melted ingots. (LSBO only)
- Cleans metal through wheelabrating.
- Sizes and cuts scrap returns for best charge loading; TBO tests for radioactivity and prepares for shipment to outside reprocessor.
- Processes and recycles junk scrap metal for outside sale.
3.Completes logs and records.
4. Safety
Objective: to take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.
NOTE: for job positions that require respiratory protection (more than a filtering face piece – dust mask):
In compliance with the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division Personal Protective Equipment standard for Respiratory Protection, OAR 437, Div. 2/I 1910.134 and Oregon Health Division Rules for the Control of Radiation, OAR 333. Div. 120 (333-120-300 through 330), certain tasks within this job position require/may require the use of a NIOSH-approved respirator. An individual will not be assigned to these tasks if the person is not able to work under these conditions. Respirator selection will be based on the work performed, exposure information, duration of use and any other relevant factors. If a tight-fitting respirator is required, facial hair, temple pieces on glasses or other items that interferes with the face-to-face piece seal of the respirator are not permitted.
Essential Job Functions:
A. Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
B. Safely operates all equipment and tools.
C. Identifies and reports safety problems.
5. Meets all production and quality standards.
6. Cleans work areas; performs minor maintenance on equipment.
OTHER (MARGINAL) ACCOUNTABILITIES:
7. Performs other tasks as directed.
ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT, VEHICLES, MACHINERY AND/OR TOOLS USED:
- forklift
- hoist
- basic hand tools (e.g. wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, etc.)
- chains, straps and various lifting equipment
- wheelabrator
- radiation monitor
- gas torches (TBO only)
- pallet jacks (TBO only)
- plasma torches (LSBO only)
- Kevex Analyzer (LSBO only)
- Spectrotest unit (LSBO only)
- air arc cutting torches (LSBO only)
- abrasive saw (LSBO only)
- hand grinders (LSBO only)
- scale (LSBO only)
- conveyor belt (LSBO only)
- Pangborn electronically - controlled shell abrader (TBO only)
TRAINING
- Training is provided on the job.
- PCC&39;s Forklift Driving Safety Certification Training must be completed.
- Written exams on the Kevex Analyzer and the Spectrotest Unit. (LSBO only)
- Radiation Training Course must be completed. (TBO only)
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Working knowledge of foundry operations as demonstrated by six months experience in the foundry or cleaning areas is preferred. OR An equivalent combination of classroom training and work experience.
2. Ability to read logs and procedure instructions.
3. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
4. Ability to work independently and in a team.
5. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
6. Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.