CMM Programmer

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.

SUMMARY

Operation, maintenance and programming of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), Romer Arm, and calibration and control of measuring instruments by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.  In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of Company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable Company policies and procedures.  In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of Company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.

Analyzes dimensional data against part models to determine part conformity. 

Utilizes customer specifications, drawings, PC-DMIS, and VERISURF software or equipment.

Coordinates dimensional inspection schedules with Production Control Department.

Prepares CMM programs for inspection of product, utilizing drawings, parts lists, CAD models, etc.

Performs inspections using CMM, Romer or inspection tools.

Reviews product discrepancies with Engineering, Machine Shop, Quality Control Conditioning or Saw Departments.

Writes inspection procedures for work instructions.

Trains dimensional measuring employees in all phases of dimensional inspection.

Develops LEAN inspection procedures to maximize efficiency.

Interprets drawings and specifications to determine conformance to all requirement.

Assists QC Dimensional Supervisor as directed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; five years experience using dimensional measuring equipment, including hand layout tools and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM); three to four years experience in programming a CMM or Romer Arm; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, vendors, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Experienced in the use of hand tools (micrometer, calipers and gages).

Excellent knowledge of blueprints, GD&T, datums, tooling parts, etc.  Good legible handwriting.

Program CMM using PCDMIS.

Program Romer Arms using PCDMIS.

Knowledge of ISO-10012-1, ANSI/NCSL Z540-1.

Ability to perform and evaluate ANSE B89.1 test.

Ability to operate Romer Arm and Laser Scanning Systems.

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 frequently required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, 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 frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.