CMM Programmer & Operator

Job Description

CMM Programmer / Operator

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced CMM Programmer / Operator to support our quality and

manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for performing precision dimensional

inspection of machined and fabricated components, developing and modifying CMM inspection

programs, interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T requirements, and providing accurate

inspection results to support production, quality, and engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and program Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to inspect precision
- machined and fabricated components.

• Develop new CMM inspection programs from engineering drawings, CAD models, and

customer requirements.

• Modify and optimize existing CMM programs for efficiency, repeatability, and accuracy.

• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and Geometric Dimensioning &

Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.

• Perform first-piece, in-process, final, and receiving inspections as required.

• Conduct dimensional layouts and detailed inspection reports for production and customer

requirements.

• Utilize CAD models and engineering data to develop inspection strategies and

measurement routines.

• Identify appropriate datums, alignment strategies, measurement methods, and inspection

characteristics.

• Evaluate dimensional results and communicate nonconformances to Quality, Engineering,

and Production.

• Assist with root-cause investigations and corrective actions related to dimensional and

process issues.

• Support Engineering and Manufacturing with dimensional analysis and process

improvement activities.

• Maintain inspection records and ensure traceability of measurement results.

• Verify CMM equipment, probes, fixtures, and related inspection equipment are properly

maintained and calibrated.

• Assist with development and improvement of inspection methods, fixtures, and

measurement techniques.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and controlled inspection environment.

• Follow company quality procedures and applicable AS9100/customer requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of GD&T.

• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and CAD models.

• Demonstrated experience developing and modifying CMM inspection programs.

• Strong understanding of datum structures, geometric tolerances, true position, profile,

runout, perpendicularity, parallelism, concentricity, and related GD&T concepts.

• Experience performing precision dimensional inspection using CMMs and other

measurement equipment.

• Ability to independently determine appropriate inspection methods and measurement

strategies.

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.

• Ability to communicate inspection results effectively with Quality, Engineering, and

Production personnel.

• High attention to detail and commitment to measurement accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Poly Works programming experience strongly preferred.

• Experience with other CMM software such as Polyworks, Calypso, or similar platforms.

• Experience with CAD software and model-based definition (MBD).

• Experience inspecting complex machined, formed, or fabricated components.

• Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or other highly regulated manufacturing

environments.

• Experience working within an AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality system.

• Experience with statistical analysis, capability studies, and CPK.

• Experience with optical measurement systems, surface measurement, or other advanced

inspection equipment.

• Experience developing inspection fixtures and measurement tooling.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced CMM operation and programming

• GD&T interpretation and application

• Engineering drawing and CAD interpretation

• Dimensional inspection and layout

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