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.
Job Description
Summary The Raw Material Engineer is responsible for a) managing the Quality Systems associated with Raw Material procurement, b) leading raw material Cost Reduction initiatives with particular focus on waste stream management, c) optimization of Raw Material Inventory, and d) assisting Procurement activities. Essential Functions
- Superior technical knowledge of raw materials and melting practices.
- Good negotiating skills.
- Good analytical skills.
* Good leadership abilities. * Ability to work collaboratively with other SMC departments. Additional Responsibilities I. Raw Material Quality System ManagementThis function is responsible for maintaining and overseeing compliance of all quality system requirements associated with Raw Material procurement. Major Activities
- Conduct external audits of raw material processors in accordance with PC 8.
- Maintain up-to-date vendor responses to the Supplier Quality System Survey.
- Maintain documentation of all supplier approval programs.
- Coordinate new supplier approval programs.
- Initiate requests for supplier corrective actions. Work to develop, and implement acceptable responses. Interface with the CART.
- Process supplier requests for Raw Material Purchase deviations.
- Interface with internal and external auditors.
- Conduct periodic reviews and updates of all Purchasing department specifications, including PC's, CP'S, and SOX Narrative.
- Complete the annual review of vendor receipts as required by PC5 and PC 8.
Key Metrics/Outputs
- Revert supplier audit reports
- Supplier Quality System Survey responses
- Approval program documentation
- Annual vendor receipt summary
- Purchasing department audit findings
II. Raw Material Cost OptimizationThis function is responsible for optimizing raw material costs while respecting quality requirements and operational efficiencies. Major Activities
- Coordinate activities related to New Hartford's raw material waste stream collection and processing (chip cleaning and EAF/AOD melting of grinding dust/cutting swarf) to optimize total cost. Activities include oversight of internal segregation performance, collaboration with manufacturing to minimize mixed waste, vendor yield management, and EAF/AOD melt addition programs.
- Optimize revenue from disposal of mixed raw materials.
- Interface with Charge Make-Up and Metallurgy to identify constraints to consumption of lowest cost raw material sources. Develop introduction strategies.
- Manage new vendor and new product qualification programs
Key Metrics/Outputs
- Mixed scrap generation rates
- Scrap sale proceeds
- Grit "Write-Up"
- Turning processing yields
- Grinding dust/cutting swarf EAF/AOD melt yields
- VIM Oracle charge variances
II. Inventory ManagementThis function is responsible for assisting the Director of Raw Material Management in balancing inventory levels to achieve divisional objectives for cash flow while supporting manufacturing operating schedules. Major Activities
- Translate melt schedules into raw material consumption forecasts.
- Interface with suppliers and processors to coordinate delivery of products and services.
- Manage reorder points that balance OWC with acquisition cost.
- Develop recommendations to optimize QA over checks in order to provide a balance between quality assurance, cost, and inventory levels.
- Analyze causes of aged inventory. Devise and implement reduction strategies.
- Institute Lean practices for raw material inventory management.
Key Metrics
- Raw material inventory valuation
- Raw material inventory turns
- Aged reserve
III. Raw Material ProcurementThis function is responsible for assisting the Director of Raw Material Management with virgin and revert procurement activities. Major Activities
- Initiate RFQ's, negotiate, place purchase orders, and manage delivery schedules for selected raw materials.
Key Metrics
Qualifications Competencies * Organization * Attention to details * Technical knowledge * Strategic thinking * Engagement * Communication skills Education and Experience
- Minimum of a BS degree in Chemistry, Metallurgy, or Materials Science.
* Ability to interface with any person in the organization * Organizational skills and attention to detail are critical * Reliable attendance and good communication skills are essential * Self-motivated and achievement oriented * Ability to work in a high stress environment and meet deadlines Additional Notes * The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Physical Dimensions Physical Demands * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. |
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
Relocation is authorized for this position.
For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $81900 to $122800 US Dollar (USD) Salaried 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 1.5X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter
. Employees will receive 120 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 be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees. |
Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC)
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
Jun 18, 2025