Electronics Technician

Job Description:

The Special Metals Corporation group of companies was created in the latter part of 1998 when Special Metals Corporation of New Hartford, New York, acquired Inco Alloys International, including its Huntington Alloys and Wiggin Alloys divisions. In 2006, Special Metals Corporation became a part of Precision Castparts Corp., a worldwide manufacturer of complex metal components and products. With a history of alloy technology now going back some 100 years, our company continues to provide solutions to difficult materials problems through such time-tested products as our world-recognized INCONEL, INCOLOY, NIMONIC, UDIMET, MONEL and NILO alloys.

Todays Special Metals is a world leader in the invention, production and supply of the high-nickel, high-performance alloys used for the difficult jobs in engineering. These alloys are highly engineered to offer a superior combination of heat resistance, high-temperature corrosion resistance, toughness and strength and are used in the worlds most technically demanding industries and applications. Special Metals offers the largest range of nickel alloys and product forms, as well cobalt alloys, to more than ten worldwide spanets. We produce nickel alloys in all standard mill forms, from large ingots and billets to plate, sheet, strip, tubing, bar and wire, the latter of which includes core and filler wires for welding products. The company has manufacturing and research facilities in the USA and Europe, sales offices in North America, Europe and Asia, and a distribution network including most of the industrialized countries of the world.

Special Metals Corporation is the worlds premier inventor, developer and producer of nickel alloy and cobalt alloys—with a portfolio of more than 100 alloy compositions, wrought products and welding consumables, over 80 percent of which were invented in our own laboratories. All created to help redefine whats possible in the world of energy and industry.

Our time-tested nickel alloys are highly engineered to offer a superior combination of heat resistance, high temperature and corrosion resistance, toughness and strength for the most demanding applications. No other single manufacturer offers such a comprehensive range of game-changing alloy compositions and product forms.

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the spanet 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 spanet. 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.

Job Description

SUMMARY

Electronics technicians are responsible for adjusting, repairing, installing, modifying, debugging and maintaining control systems, and electrical/electronic systems and equipment for production equipment and facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Electrical – (maintain, install, repair and adjust electrical and electronic control systems and equipment that provide power and or control to production equipment and facilities):
o Troubleshoots electrical and electronic malfunctions using test instruments/equipment and hand tools including ammeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, laptops, etc.
o This position works directly with the Maintenance organization as well as assisting the Engineering Department.
o Knowledge of electrical systems (PLCs, HMIs, AC/DC Drives, AC/DC motors, motor-generators, PCs, hydraulic and pneumatic controls, relay logic, etc.), as well as excellent computer skills (AutoCad, Word, Excel, Windows, etc.).
o Shift work is required.
o Candidate should also possess good communication and interpersonal skills, in addition to good time management skills.
o Performs work with a minimum of direction and often works alone or with maintenance personnel on the off shifts.
o May direct the work of less skilled personnel as assigned.
• Safety (take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices):
o Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
o Safely operates all equipment and tools.
o Identifies and reports safety problems, corrects when possible.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Accomplishes all tasks as appropriate.
• Follows up on problems that were not addressed on the previous shift.
• Completes shift logs and updates documentation as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, Advanced Manufacturing Technology or equivalent required. 3 - 5 years technical experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS
• Must have a knack at solving problems and coming up with the best solutions.
• Must have PLC programming experience.
• Determination, observance and clear thinking traits.
• Training is provided on the job.

COMPETENCIES
• Problem solver
• Innovative
• Flexibility
• Teamwork
• Resourceful

ADDITIONAL NOTES
• The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS – FREQUENTLY MOVES ABOUT THE PRODUCTION FACILITIES. MUST BE ABLE TO DETECT UNSAFE CONDITIONS FROM LONG DISTANCES. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.

WORK ENVIRONMENT – THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT REQUIRES THE EMPLOYEE TO WORK BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE IN HEAT/COLD, WET/HUMID AND DRY/ARID CONDITIONS. FREQUENTLY REQUIRES THE USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT EXPOSURE TO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.

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. Green Card Holder), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.

Job Ident #: 17273

Company Details

Precision Castparts Corp.

1030 Commercial Blvd North
Arlington, Texas 76001 USA
www.precast.com

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Benefits:
Competitive wages, 401K, and benefits.

Supported Manufacturers:
Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Bombardier, Vought, Northrop Grumman, Embraer

Supported Models:
C-17, C-130, F-15, F-16, F-22, F-35, 737/747/767/777/787

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Job Info

Location

Huntington, West Virginia, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Precision Castparts Corp.

1030 Commercial Blvd North
Arlington, Texas 76001 USA
www.precast.com