Shell Operator 3rd Shift

Country

United States of America

State / County

Connecticut

City

Groton

Division

Structurals

Company

Groton

Function

Operations

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity ID

23940

Job Description

Schedule: Monday - Friday: 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM

Incentives: 10% Shift Differential + Quarterly Incentive Bonus + Overtime Opportunities

PURPOSE:

Responsible for preparing molds, applying slurry coatings, and operating robotic and manual dipping equipment to ensure proper coating of wax pattern assemblies in accordance with established process specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements in a continuous production environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Read and interpret shell process sheets and work instructions for each production part number.
• Prepare molds and pattern assemblies for processing by removing from racks and installing handling fixtures or handles as required.
• Operate robotic dipping equipment, including monitoring, adjusting speed and cycle times, and responding to alarms by removing molds and resetting equipment as necessary.
• Continuously monitor dip cycles to ensure proper coating coverage and process consistency.
• Manually immerse wax assemblies and molds into designated washing solutions and slurry tanks in accordance with process specifications.
• Apply initial and subsequent slurry coatings, ensuring complete and uniform coverage of all surfaces.
• Operate manipulators and handling equipment to position, rotate, and coat molds effectively.
• Perform specialized handling procedures for specific part numbers, including identifying wet spots, clearing pockets, removing loose sand, and ensuring proper slurry adhesion.
• Prepare and replenish slurry mixtures by accurately combining solids and liquids according to established formulas and procedures.
• Clean and maintain slurry tanks, fluidized beds, and associated equipment, including performing periodic turnaround operations.
• Maintain accurate process documentation, including recording dipping times, dates, and other required data on process sheets.
• Perform continuous visual inspection of molds and coatings to identify defects or inconsistencies.
• Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly condition through sweeping, washing, scraping, and proper disposal of waste materials.
• Operate forklifts to transport materials, deliver supplies, and remove waste products safely.
• Follow all safety rules, procedures, and PPE requirements at all times.
• Report equipment malfunctions, process deviations, or safety concerns to supervision promptly.
• Perform additional duties of varying complexity as assigned.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing/Walking:

• Continuous standing and walking for extended periods (8-12 hours per shift) on hard industrial surfaces such as concrete.

• Lifting/Carrying:

• Frequently lifts, carries, pushes, and pulls molds, assemblies, and materials weighing up to 35 lbs, with occasional lifting up to 35 lbs without assistance.

• Manual Handling & Grip Strength:

• Repetitive and forceful use of hands and arms to grasp, grip, lift, and maneuver molds and equipment, often in wet, slippery, or coated conditions.

• Repetitive Motion:

• Continuous, repetitive upper body movement including immersion of molds, operation of manipulators, cleaning tasks, and equipment interaction throughout the shift.

• Bending/Stooping/Kneeling/Twisting:

• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting to access tanks, racks, lower equipment, and work surfaces.

• Reaching:

• Regular reaching at, below, and above shoulder height to load/unload racks, immerse molds, and operate robotic or manual equipment.

• Visual Requirements:

• Constant visual attention to detail, including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to identify coating defects, inconsistencies, and process issues.

• Work Pace & Coordination:

• Ability to maintain focus and coordination in a continuous production environment, including monitoring automated equipment while performing manual tasks.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Maintain productivity levels in line with department targets and daily commit goals.
• Complete assigned work within required process timing windows (e.g., prime and backup dry times).
• Produce consistent, defect-free coatings with minimal rework or scrap.
• Maintain work pace to support continuous flow and avoid bottlenecks to Debase and Dewax.
• Demonstrate reliability, consistency, and accountability in a high-paced production environment.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports directly to the Shell Supervisor

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred; foundry or metals-processing experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend and apply ordinary arithmetic, decimals, and fractions in daily work tasks.

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 comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.