Machinist Level 4

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.

Building upon level 3, Machinist – Level 4 demonstrate the ability to setup, run, and troubleshoot all site specific CNC and conventional machines and machining processes without assistance. They are also able to design and manufacturing complex tooling. Leadership and mentoring skills are also expected of Machinist – Level 4.

The Machinist – Level 4 will report to the Operations Supervisor.

• Work Order Interaction
  • Job Order Documentation
  • Lot traceability
  • DPR, ETC.
• Tools – General & Inspection
  • Hand Tools (Wrenches etc.)
  • Calipers
  • Micrometers
  • Optical Comparator
  • Indicator & Edge Finder
  • Height Gauge
  • Bore Gauge
• Equipment & Area Maintenance
  • Coolant Level
  • Oil & Lubes
  • Cleanliness/Organization (6S)
• Technical Skills
  • Machine Trouble Shooting
  • Complex Part Troubleshooting
  • Full Tooling Design & Creation
  • Print Reading & GD&T
• Machine Setup (Loading Fixture, Tools & Program)
• Machine Setup (Setting Work & Tool Offsets)
• Complex Part/Tooling Setup
• Job Start Readiness
  • Verify Tool Pot Location (T/H Values)
• Machine Operation
  • Part Loading
  • Machine Control (Distance to Go, Feed Override, etc.)
  • Machine Safety (LOTO, etc.)
  • Adjusting Offsets
  • G Code Application
  • Program Edits (F/S, Adding Passes)
  • Basic Programming (Simple Tooling)
  • First Run Proofing
  • Full Machine Recovery
• Machinist Related Cross Training
  • Operate Lathe/Mill
  • Deburr & Edge-Breaking
  • Operate Horizontal 2X
  • Set up Vertical 3X
  • Set up Horizontal 2X
  • Sharpen Drills, etc.
• Part Protection
  • Part Handling
  • Chip Clearing
  • Manage Tool Wear
  • Stop & Start Program Correctly
• Leadership & Training
  • Mentors Others
  • PCC Toolbox Influenced Planning (VC, Prod. & Eff.)
  • Line Walk Reporting
  • Positively Models Culture
  • Ability to Train Others
• Productivity & Quality
  • Basic Print Reading
  • Meets Production Goals
  • Read & Fill Check Sheets
  • In Process Inspection (FAI, Buy Off, etc.)
  • Complex Part Inspection/ Benching
• Other duties as assigned

• Demonstrated proficiency of Machinist – Level 1-3 competencies
• Shop math
• Read basic and intermediate technical documentation and drawings after receiving training
• Familiarity with hand measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, air gauges, bore gauges, etc.
• Positive model for company culture
• Ability to train others
• Machine Alarm recovery
• Advanced tool life monitoring
• Complex print reading
• GD&T
• Ability to read and verify manufacturing order documentation
• Read and understand written work
• Ability to learn
• Punctuality

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Machinist certificate strongly preferred
• 5+ years of experience

• 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.

• Work Friday - Sunday, 12 hours per day, with Weekend Shift Allowance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual…