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.

Quality Engineering Co-Op/Intern Metal Lab

PURPOSE: The Quality Engineering Co-Op performs Quality Engineering functions and assists the Quality Engineering team. Works with Lab Engineering staff on projects/tasks that support the Carson City plant and is responsible for reliability improvement, productivity improvement, and process development projects as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Engineering Team when needed.
• Materials testing.
• Inventory control - Metal Lab Inventory
• Recommends modifications to improve reliability and productivity within the lab.
• Works with management to develop solutions to recurring problems. *
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously.
• Reports to Quality Manager

Qualifications

• Engineering Major. Sophomore, Junior, or Senior year level college/university student*
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and/or Solid Works preferred*
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work cooperatively with others*
• Proactive communicator who can clearly articulate results and needs across all levels*
• Ability to manage projects with competing deadlines* Strong attention to detail*
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously* Initiative-taking.
• Must be able to lift up to 35lbs.

Desired working hours

• Office hours are 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday to Friday. This position is expected to work a minimum of 20 hours a week during office hours. Schedule is flexible to accommodate studies.

Pay

• Engineer Co-Op Range - $17.75 to $26.50 (Starting pay will vary and is evaluated by reviewing experience, training, and education.)