Quality Inspector

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Arlington, TX is seeking a Quality Inspector - Level 1 to learn and apply inspection methods on machined parts and assemblies, including verification of ID and configurations.

You will work under the Quality Leader and report to the Operations Manager, using basic tools like micrometers, height gauges, and PC-DMIS in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 1-2 years of experience in inspection or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with GD&T per ASME 14.5 is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspection of machined parts and assemblies.
• Verify part identification and configurations against drawings.
• Prepare inspection records and use NCR database as needed.
• Meet daily production goals and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Basic Shop Math

Print Reading

CMM/PC-DMIS

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

PCC Aerostructures manufactures world-class assemblies and components for the global aerospace market.

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.

Position Summary:

At the direction of the Quality Leader, the Quality Inspector - Level 1 will train to develop the ability to use predetermined methods, operations, setups, and prescribed specifications to perform in-process and completed inspection of products such as machined parts, mechanical assemblies, processed parts, and purchased standard hardware. They also perform verifications of part identification and configurations. The Quality Inspector - Level 1 will arrange inspection queues to identify priority work. In addition, they will identify and segregate non-conforming product using basic knowledge and understanding of Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T) methods per ASME 14.5 and common inspection measuring equipment, including, but not limited to, surface plates, micrometers, height gages, radius gages, protractors, profilometers, bore gauges, and dial indicators as necessary to complete assignments. Quality Inspector - Level 1 will demonstrate blueprint reading and basic math skills, basic PC skills, including Microsoft Office and the ability to use ERP systems after instruction.

Reporting Relationships:

The Quality Inspector - Level 1 will report to the Operations Manager.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work Order Interaction
  • Job Router Interpretation
  • Proper Job Clocking and Job Book Etiquette (Completing of Operations)
• Basic Visual Inspection
• Use of Inspection Tools (such as, but not limited to):
  • Height Gauges, Calipers, Micrometers, Pin Gauge, Depth Gauge, Small Hole Gauge, Weight Scale, Compass/Protractor, Inter-mic, Radius Gauge, Telescopic Gauge, Feeler Gauge, Bore Scope Gauge, Countersink Gauge
• Ability to Interpret Blueprints and Drawings
• Equipment & Area Maintenance
  • Cleanliness/Organization (6S)
• Basic Part Protection & Part Handling
• Productivity & Quality
  • Basic Shop Math
  • Interpreting Certs
  • Use of the Non-Conformance "NCR" Database and tagging/identifying Non-Conforming Parts
  • Meets Daily Production Goals
  • Completes Inspection Plans as Provided
  • Understand & Locate Company Quality Requirements (Quality Manual, PSPs, PDIs)
• Other duties as Assigned

Required Skills:

• Basic Shop Math
• Experience Print Reading
• Able to Meet Daily Production Goals
• Ability to Learn
• Punctuality
• Attention to Detail
• Familiarity with CMM Inspection and PC-DMIS (Basic to Intermediate Experience)
• Ability to use a Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Experience & Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1-2 years of experience

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.

Shift

• Work Friday - Sunday, 12 hours per day, with Weekend Shift Allowance
• Day and Night Shift Opportunities Available
  • Day Shift 6 AM - 6 PM
  • Night Shift 6 PM - 6 AM

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.

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.

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.