Country
United States of America
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State / County
Kentucky
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City
Wilder
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Division
Fasteners
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Company
Andrews Laser Works
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Function
Operations
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Workplace Type
On-Site
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Position type
Intern
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Opportunity ID

22813

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Job Description

Position Summary:
The Operations Co-Op will work on assignments related to aerospace manufacturing operations, production support, continuous improvement, and plant initiatives. These increasingly challenging assignments will provide foremost an effective learning experience and then a sound operational and/or financial return for the PCC organization.

The student will gain hands-on exposure to plant operations, cross-functional collaboration, manufacturing processes, and operational problem-solving while supporting the Operations and Plant Leadership teams.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Collect, compile, and analyze operational and production data including throughput, downtime, labor utilization, scrap, schedule adherence, and workflow efficiency.
Support plant operations initiatives including continuous improvement projects, production tracking, and operational reporting.
Observe and document manufacturing and operational processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
Assist with development and maintenance of operational procedures, standardized work instructions, and process documentation.
Support production planning, workflow coordination, and plant performance initiatives.
Participate in root cause analysis activities related to production inefficiencies, delays, or operational challenges.
Assist with implementation and tracking of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Work closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams on cross-functional projects.
Support plant manager and operations leadership with special projects and operational priorities.
Prepare spreadsheets, charts, graphs, presentations, and reports to support operational analysis and decision-making.
Participate in departmental meetings and operational reviews.
Take ownership and responsibility for assigned operational projects and tasks.
Work within specifications provided to meet project goals and objectives in a timely and accurate manner.
Participate on project teams for assigned projects; analyze operational improvements and process enhancements.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Computer skills must include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and interact with multiple departments.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements:
Occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds
Frequently work near heavy machinery or equipment
Demands of a manufacturing environment

Required Education

Actively enrolled as a student pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
Must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 or higher

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality

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.

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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.
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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.
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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.

Business Profile:
PCC Fasteners and Engineered Products, which include the PCC Industrial & Distribution Group, consist of specialized manufacturing businesses that produce fasteners, precision components, systems, tooling, and engineered system solutions for a diverse group of end customers in the automotive, aerospace & defense, industrial machinery, and other performance-driven markets.

PCC Fasteners and Engineered Products' manufacturing operations are spread over four continents, forming a network of industry-leading companies, which enables our customers to utilize our experience and deep product knowledge wherever they need it. Embedded in a culture of continuous improvement, our assets and industry leadership insure that we will consistently deliver our customers the best value in the markets we serve.

Location Profile:
Located in Wilder, KY and founded in 1946, Andrews Laser Works specializes in the fabrication of complex assemblies from Inconel, steel, aluminum, and titanium sheet with a core competency in aero engine brackets and components. Utilizing laser cutting, machining, forming, stamping, welding, & assembly processes, the company transforms sheet metal into complex, tight-tolerance brackets for aircraft engines. With an ever-changing aerospace industry in which customers continually ask suppliers to integrate and innovate, Andrews Laser Works is responding to the challenge.

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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.
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