Metrology Analyst SSBO

MISSION:

To create computer programs and applications to verify specified dimensional measurements on development and production parts in order to assure compliance with customer specifications, and PCC and industrial standards, using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and conventional measuring devices; to inspect new and revised tools and fixtures to assure compliance with specifications; to prepare layout and calibration documentation.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Layout Inspection

Objective: to position and measure specified dimensional features of selected casting, dies, wax molds and fixtures, and verify dimensional integrity using CMM machines and conventional measuring equipment.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Identifies and interprets casting dimensions on blueprints.
2. Constructs three-dimensional plane coordinates for measurement reference as defined on blueprints.
3. Completes a variety of mathematical calculations, including technical math, analytic geometry and trigonometry.
4. Measures and records specified dimensions using CMM's and conventional equipment to verify dimensional integrity.
5. Prepares and reviews layout reports describing all measurements taken.
6. Compares and analyzes measurements to customer requirements, PCC and industry standards.
7. Evaluates measurement data with Engineering Departments and identifies probable causes of deviation.
8. Inspects new and reprocessed tools and fixtures as directed to assure compliance with dimensional specifications.

Other (Marginal) Job Functions:

1. Conducts source inspections at tooling and fixture vendors; reviews vendor inspection techniques to verify accuracy and completeness of vendor layout reports and inspections.
2. Performs fixture calibrations; maintains complete and accurate records of calibration results.

2. Computer Programming and Applications

Objective: to create inspection programs, routines, macros, files and reports; to manipulate and direct data files.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Uses low-level computer language and CMM operational codes to create part inspection programs, routines, data base files and customized printed reports.
2. Manipulates ASCII and IGES files and directs data transmission to requesting departments as required.
3. Generates inspection data using Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). (LSBO and TBO only)
4. Prepares inspection plans and creates automated CMM inspection programs to inspect parts, wax patterns or fixtures per customer specifications.
5. Documents CMM inspection program output and usage instructions.

3. Safety

Objective: to take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
2. Safely operates all equipment and tools.
3. Identifies and reports safety problems.

OTHER (MARGINAL) ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Performs other tasks as directed.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT, TOOLS AND MACHINERY USED:

1. Mechanical measuring devices (e.g. calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, gauges, etc.)
2. Hoist
3. Rotary table
4. Computer
5. Coordinate Measuring Machine

TRAINING:

1. Additional training is provided on the job.
2. Required courses as directed to remain current with technological advances.
3. The following required PCC courses or their equivalent as determined by the hiring department.

MT-31 Wax Pattern Technology

MT 32 Wax Casting Process

MT-33 Air and Vacuum Castings

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Completion of PCC Metrology Certification program; outside hires must certify to PCC Certification standard within 90 days of hire

OR

An equivalent combination of classroom training and experience.

2. Must meet all qualifications for Layout Inspector (see job description) and have at least two years experience as a Layout Inspector or the equivalent as determined by the hiring department.

3. Documented ability to use Coordinate Measuring Machines, including a rotary table or indexing probe head.

4. Documented ability to use off-line computer programming equipment to program a Coordinate Measuring Machine.

5. Ability to perform a variety of mathematical calculations, including technical math, analytical geometry and trigonometry.

6. Ability to read, interpret and follow specifications on Quality Control Manuals, technical specifications, blueprints and drawings, with thorough understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.

7. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

8. Ability to work independently with a limited amount of supervision.

9. Physical ability to perform the essential job 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.

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.