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.
SUMMARY
This Co-Op position supports both Facilities Engineering and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives. The role is designed to provide hands-on experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and EHS compliance. The student will assist with operational studies, 6S audits, safety program enhancements, and environmental compliance efforts across the facility.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include:
- Conduct operational studies and engineering analysis for facilities and EHS projects
- Assist in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
- Participate in and conduct 6S audits to identify areas for improvement
- Support EHS programs including PPE reviews, job risk analysis, and safety meetings
- Help manage Benchspan Gensuite EHS digital platform for compliance tracking
- Assist with hazardous materials handling and waste stream processing
- Review and refine emergency response procedures and OSHA training programs
- Investigate accidents and injuries to develop corrective actions
- Coordinate with vendors and consultants for Facilities and EHS projects
- Take ownership of assigned projects and drive them to completion
- Collect and analyze data to support 6S and EHS improvements
- Attend training sessions and educational opportunities as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 6S methodology, and EHS principles
- Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ANSI, and NEC regulations desired
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
- Full-time student pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Industrial and Systems, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering.
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.
Relocation is authorized for this position.
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.
