Lead (3rd Shift)

Lead (3rd Shift) Country United States of America State / County Ohio City Cleveland Division Airfoils Company Ceramics - Octavia Function Operations Workplace Type On-Site Position type Full Time

Opportunity ID

20157

Job Description

Position Summary
Take the next step in your manufacturing career as a Lead Injection Machine Operator. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll not only produce high-quality ceramic cores using injection machines, but also oversee all departments: Kiln, Injection, and Inspection. You’ll guide daily production activities, support team operations, and ensure efficiency, quality, and safety standards are consistently met. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Shift

• 3rd Shift: 9:00 PM - 5:00 AM (Sunday - Thursday)

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support daily operations for injection machine production

• Set up and operate injection machines to manufacture ceramic cores to specification

• Prepare dies and ensure materials are ready for production

• Monitor team output to meet production goals and quality standards

• Inspect parts, identify defects, and ensure accurate completion of production records (routers, CQCs, etc.)

• Perform routine machine maintenance and assist with troubleshooting issues

• Train and mentor team members on processes, quality standards, and safety procedures

• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to resolve issues and improve processes

• Ensure proper material levels and workflow continuity

• Promote and enforce safety standards and maintain 6S workplace organization

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership ability in a manufacturing or production environment

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and drive team performance

• Effective communication and team collaboration skills

• Self-motivated with the ability to lead by example

Qualifications

• Basic math skills and ability to interpret work instructions

• Experience with molds or plastic injection processes preferred

• Prior experience in a lead or senior operator role is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs

• Comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced production environment

Why Join Us?
Step into a leadership role where your expertise and initiative will directly impact production success. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career while helping build a high-performing, quality-driven team.

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Physical Demands

Not at All

Infrequently

Occasionally

Frequently

Continually

30x hr.

Squatting

X

Bending

X

Reaching

X

Twisting

X

Sitting in a chair

Stair climbing

Walking of rough surfaces

X

Near moving machinery

X

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. For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $19 to $20 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan. 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.