CMM Operator - Level 1

Business Profile

PCC Aerostructures is a leading supplier of complex components and assemblies to the global aerospace industry.

PCC Aerostructures now includes more than 35 plants in the U.S, Europe and Asia with over 5500 employees and has ambitious growth plans. Plant’s locations include Washington, Utah, California, Oklahoma, Kansas, Texas, Ohio, Canada, Mexico, the UK, and China.

Location Profile:

Progressive was founded and incorporated in 1971 in Arlington, Texas. Heroux-Devtek Inc. purchased Progressive in 2004 who helped to expand the site which has doubled its manufacturing footprint and more than doubled sales and employee base. In August 2012, Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) acquired Progressive. In January 2022 Progressive merged with ADI, Aerospace Dynamics Inc. and now ADI Progressive is one of the largest footprints within the Aerostructures Division of PCC.

Predominantly, a provider for large, highly complex machined parts, kits and assemblies for OEMs and large Tier One providers for both military and commercial market segments. Progressive is a 140,000 square foot facility.

Position Summary

This position is primarily responsible for the performance of first article, in-process and final inspection of machined parts production hardware. The incumbent must have practical experience and working knowledge of quality assurance concepts, inspection methods, and techniques. With minimal supervision, level one CMM inspectors demonstrate an ability to read engineering drawings and interpret GD&T per ASME 14.5 standards, perform complex set-ups and operation of CMM scanners. This includes the ability to produce and interpret CMM readouts to communicate with production employees regarding dimensional conformance. While CMM inspectors primarily operate CMMs, they will also demonstrate the ability to perform mechanical inspections as required. Normally CMM inspectors belong to the quality inspector category and are identified as level three and level four quality inspectors.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Primary Functional responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Understand, adhere, and demonstrate to the company’s commitment to QUALITY and SAFETY!
• Using engineering drawings, specifications, etc. for reference, inspect detailed machined parts and/or assemblies for conformity to design parameters. Indicate acceptance or rejection on production documentation
• Perform monitoring and measuring device calibrations as assigned
• Perform part setups
• Conduct CMM and laser tracker inspection of parts
• Ability to interpret CMM and laser tracker data results
• Maintaining working knowledge of PC DMIS CMM inspection software
• Complete final inspection and AS9102 first article inspection sheets as required documenting product conformity.
• Maintain a working knowledge of quality assurance procedure requirements as they apply to inspection and manufacturing operations.
• Document nonconforming product as required by internal and/or customer requirements.
• Ensure that tooling used as media of acceptance remain calibrated according to internal and/or customer requirements.
• Ensure that product/material conformity documentation received from subcontractors satisfies engineering specifications
• Ensure correct material handling, identification and traceability of product throughout the manufacturing sequence.
• Perform all functions of a Quality Control Inspector as required by workload and production schedule needs
• Maintaining regular and punctual attendance according to shift-times or a pre-arranged work schedule.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills

• Previous experience in Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) and Laser tracker is preferred.
• Experience in machining shop with various aluminum alloys, steel and titanium is strongly desired.
• Knowledge and proficiency in the use of basic inspection tools, such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Knowledge of OSHA-compliant shop safety practices is preferred.
• Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Excel, & Word) is preferred.
• Interpret drawings and blueprints, and GD&T
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• PC DMIS or comparable software
  
  

Experience & Education

• 2-5 years of experience in inspection
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
  
  

Physical Demands & Working Condition

• May be required to move items up to 35 pounds.
• Daily duties may require sitting, standing, bending, squatting, reaching, pushing, pulling, operating, and manipulating hand tools.
• Daily duties may require extended duration of walking.
• Exposed to a Manufacturing setting with heavy machinery.