Effluent Filtration/Waste Management Operator / LPC-T Job at Precision Castparts

Location: United States of America, Oregon, Portland

Division: Structurals

Company: LPC

Function: Operations

Workplace Type: On-Site

Position Type: Full Time

Opportunity ID: 18104

Company Profile

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.

Job Description

Mission

In accordance with PCC procedures, local, state, and federal regulations, to effectively and efficiently treat all waste water to ensure that prohibited materials do not enter the sewer system.

Principal Accountabilities

1. 1. LSA Materials Receiving, Preliminary Inspection and In-Process Storage.

   Objective: receive and/or collect drummed LSA materials from Investing, Effluent Filtration, Cleaning departments and determine if acceptable for processing.

2. 2. Correcting/Diagnosing System Failures.

   Objective: to ensure the safe and effective processing of waste water through the constant monitoring of electrical, chemical, and mechanical processes.

   Essential Job Functions:

3. 3. Operation of the Effluent Filtration Process.

   Objective: to process waste waters through the filtration process.

4. 4. Maintain Supplies and Equipment.

   Objective: to maintain equipment in good working order and to maintain a safe, clean work environment.

5. 6. Process and Shipment of Drummed Non-Hazardous Waste to Regulated Landfill Waste Sites.

   Objective: receive, process, inspect and dispose of solid NON-RAD waste.

6. 7. Neutralization of Acids and Caustics.

   Objective: receive, neutralize, and dispose of acid and caustic liquids and sludges in accordance with PCC procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.

7. 8. Process and Dispose of Miscellaneous Drummed Waste Materials.

   Objective: process, inspect and dispose of materials.

8. 9. Processing of Binder #5 Alcohol Waste (RAD and Hazardous Waste).

   Essential Job Functions: label, dispose and prepare alcohol for shipment.

9. 10. Support Operations.

   Objective: to perform support operations in the Waste Management Operation.

10. 11. Preventive Maintenance.

    Objective: to maintain equipment in good working order and to maintain a safe, clean work environment.

11. 12. Safety.

    Objective: to take responsibility for and demonstrate good housekeeping and safe work practices. Note: respiratory protection may be required; see notes under Safety.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot system problems and perform preventive maintenance on instruments and equipment, with or without classroom training.
• Working knowledge of industrial chemicals with experience in hazardous communications and radioactive handling procedures or equivalent.
• Training in science and chemistry preferred; familiarity with computers and printers is a plus.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and to read, follow, and interpret complex written instructions with high accuracy.
• Proven ability to interact with personnel at all levels and maintain composure in emergencies.
• Ability to work independently with good judgment for extended periods.
• Proven organizational and record-keeping skills; physical ability to lift up to 100 pounds and to use protective equipment.

Training

• On-the-job training; Hazardous Materials Safety and Confined Space entry training; Radioactive Materials Handling training; Department SOPs; Hazardous Waste Management training may be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations. To be qualified to work in this facility, a US Person must be able to supply evidence of qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a license from the relevant government agency.