Kiln Operator 2nd Shift

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC)

United States, Ohio, Wickliffe

Mar 05, 2026

Country

United States of America

State / County

Ohio

City

Wickliffe

Division

Airfoils

Company

Ceramics - LED

Function

Operations

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity ID

20979

Job Description

Location: Wickliffe, Ohio
Shift: 2nd Shift, 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Thermal Processing Operator to join our 2nd shift production team in Wickliffe. In this role, you will operate furnaces, process cores, and document all operations to ensure the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate is self-directed, team-oriented, and safety-conscious, with prior manufacturing or furnace experience preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Build kiln loads, properly balancing saggers for optimal processing.
Place fire check keys in appropriate positions for Lab Analysis.
Operate all thermal equipment, including Wax Binder and PK furnaces, according to procedures.
Set time and temperature parameters using standard programs and monitor temperature charts; report deviations to engineering.
Load and unload cores correctly and safely.
Assist with minor equipment maintenance as needed.
Perform visual inspections of cores to identify defects.
Report all operational or equipment issues to Supervision, Maintenance, or Engineering.
Adhere to all safety procedures and maintain department housekeeping/6S standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned by supervision.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Prior manufacturing or thermal processing experience preferred.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-directed and able to accomplish goals with minimal supervision.
Commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency.

Why Join Us

Work in a fast-paced, high-precision manufacturing environment.
Gain experience with thermal processing and furnace operations.
Be part of a collaborative, safety-focused team.
Competitive 2nd shift pay and benefits.

*Physical Demands*	*Not at All*	*Infrequently*	*Occasionally*	*Frequently*	*Continually*
		<1%	1-33%	34-66%	67-100%
1-2x hr.	3-6x hr.	7-30 hr.	>30x hr.
Standing					X
Walking					X
Lifting					X
Sitting		X
Climbing	X
Near moving machinery	X

Keywords: Thermal Processing Operator, 2nd Shift, 2pm-10pm, Wickliffe Ohio, Furnace Operator, Kiln Operations, Wax Binder Furnace, PK Furnace, Core Processing, Load and Unload Cores, Thermal Equipment, Visual Inspection, Lab Analysis, Temperature Monitoring, Minor Equipment Maintenance, Manufacturing, Production Support, Quality Assurance, Housekeeping, 6S Standards, Hazardous Waste Handling, Team-Oriented, Independent Worker, Problem Solving, Manufacturing Experience, High-Precision Castings, Safety Compliance, Documentation, Process Monitoring, Fast-Paced Environment

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.