2nd Shift Lab Tech Level 2

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.

Company Profile:

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) is a leading worldwide, diversified manufacturer of complex metal components and products. It serves the aerospace, power, and general industrial markets. PCC is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, and forged components used in jet aircraft engines and industrial gas turbines. The Company is also a leading producer of highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace and other general industrial markets, manufactures extruded seamless pipe, fittings, forgings, and clad products for power generation and oil & gas applications, and supplies metal alloys and other materials to the casting and forging industries. PCC is a high quality business with dominant positions in most segments of the markets in which it serves.

Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, this over 10 billion dollar company employs more than 29,500 people worldwide. PCC has over 160 plants and has a presence in twenty-six states in the US and in over a dozen countries. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers and shareholders while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

Effective early February 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffet, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Business Profile:

PCC Fasteners and Engineered Products, which include the PCC Industrial & Distribution Group, consist of specialized manufacturing businesses that produce fasteners, precision components, systems, tooling, and engineered system solutions for a diverse group of end customers in the automotive, aerospace & defense, industrial machinery, and other performance-driven markets.

PCC Fasteners and Engineered Products' manufacturing operations are spread over four continents, forming a network of industry-leading companies, which enables our customers to utilize our experience and deep product knowledge wherever they need it. Embedded in a culture of continuous improvement, our assets and industry leadership insure that we will consistently deliver our customers the best value in the markets we serve.

Location Profile:

Located in North Hollywood, CA, Avibank Manufacturing, Inc., a PCC Company, a part of the Engineered Products Group, is among the world's leading manufacturers specializing in the design and production of sophisticated fasteners and multi-component fastening systems and devices, solving difficult engineering and critical performance problems.

Position Summary:

Level 2 Laboratory Technicians understand chemical concepts and processing principles of chemical solutions. Level 2 Laboratory Technicians shall be fully familiarized with the set up and conducting of chemical experiments, tests, and analyses, using techniques such as spectroscopy, physical or chemical separation techniques, and titrimetric. From recorded data of tests performed, laboratory technicians will prepare technical reports, graphs, or charts, and be able to recognize trends in data so that preventative measures and actions can be applied. Additionally, Level 2 Laboratory Technicians will be expected to perform calibration verification and standardization of the test instruments and equipment, process solution formulization and preparation of chemical solutions for products or processes and following proper disposal practices of chemical solutions. Candidates must be self-disciplined and self-motivated individuals with strong accountability (attention to details) skills.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Sets up, adjusts, and operates laboratory equipment and instruments per specifications required by contract.
• Conduct Lot Acceptance and qualification rests in accordance with customer specifications, engineering drawing or procurement specifications.
• Tests samples of manufactured products to verify conformity to specifications.
• Perform appropriate test on raw materials received as part of receiving inspection and lot acceptance.
• Records test results on standardized forms and writes test reports describing procedures used.
• Evaluate test results and accept or reject material or production lots.
• Prepares graphs and charts.
• Cleans and maintains laboratory equipment.
• Ensure laboratory instruments are properly calibrated.
• Perform Hardness Tests in support of Heat Treat Department.
• Performs metallurgical examinations including but not limited to micro-examination, macro examination, grain flow verification, thread form, decarburization, alpha case determination, and case hardening verification, grain size determination, IGO/IGA determination, and micro-hardness evaluations.

Required Skills:

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic computer use. Should be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite

Work Environment: 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.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds
• Frequently work near heavy machinery or equipment
• Demands of a manufacturing environment

Required Experience:

4-7 years related technical experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Able to read blueprints. Familiarity with NASM1312 Fastener Test Methods

Level of Education:

Minimum AA Degree or equivalent required

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.