CMM Programmer - Level 3 - #252351

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

Position Summary

Without supervision, level two CMM inspectors demonstrate an expert ability to operate CMM scanners, produce reports and recommend corrective actions to manufacturing and production personnel. In addition, level two CMM inspectors demonstrate an ability to program CMM scanners as well as develop inspection processes and inspection tooling.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Ability to function as a level 3 or 4 dimensional/quality inspector
• Complex part, inspection and tooling set up for CMMs
• Ability to care and maintenance of CMMs, Probes, and software including training for these relevant processes to lower level inspectors
• Ability to complete complex First part inspection of machined parts utilizing CMM’s and or manual inspection methods
• Ability to perform intermediate PCDMIS Programming layout
• Complete first article inspection reports from CMM results
• Ability to complete complex Final inspection of Aerospace product including dimensional and temper inspection
• Enter data using Syteline/ESI or other ERP systems as directed
• Arrange inspection work queues to identify priority work, move completed work to next staging area including ability to work with all departments to improve quality of product
• Ability to problem solve manufacturing methods and quality RCCA to non-conformance of the produce. Lead, i dentify and segregate non-conforming product
• Understand and, under supervision, conduct product verification in accordance with inspection plans and applicable process practices used in the work center
• Actively follow instructions as required in all aspects of the work assignment and have a working knowledge of common inspection measuring equipment including, but not limited to, surface plates, micrometers, height gauges, radius gauges, protractors, profilometers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and Coordinate Measuring Machines..
• Ability to train others and show proven track record of development of lower leveled inspectors
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Skills

• Expert knowledge and understanding of Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T) methods per ASME 14.5
• Advanced knowledge in 3D Modeling
• Advanced knowledge of common inspection measuring equipment including, but not limited to, surface plates, micrometers, height gauges, radius gauges, protractors, profilometers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and Coordinate Measuring Machines (running PCDMIS software).
• Basic PC skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Ability to use Syteline/ESI or other ERP systems after instruction
• Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others
• Attention to detail
• Basic English language skills and the ability to read, follow, and interpret planning and work order instructions
• Willingness to learn
• Vision test required per customer specifications
• Ability to safely meet or exceed production and quality standards.
• Ability to thrive in an environment where business and team needs may change to help meet business and customer demands.
• Ability to effectively read and understand blueprints, engineering documents, purchase orders, inspection manuals, procedures, and basic math skills
• Basic background programming and operating coordinate measuring machines.
• Advance experience with AS9102 Form and First Article Inspection (FAI).
• Practical experience performing in-process and final inspections.
• Demonstrates an understanding of related aerospace ISO and AS requirements.
  
  

Required Experience

• At least 5-8 years aerospace manufacturing experience
• At least 5+ years of experience with CMMs
• 8+ years of quality experience preferred
  
  

Level Of Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
  
  

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
  
  

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  
  

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.