CMM Quality Engineer - 2nd Shift - GL

Position: CMM Quality Engineer - 2nd Shift - GL (36558)
Cascade Die Casting Group
Job Description/Expectations

JOB TITLE: CMM Quality Engineer

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Great Lakes/Quality

DATE DEVELOPED: 03/2024

REPORTS TO: Quality Manager

POSITION SCOPE

The CMM Quality Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the quality and precision of manufactured products by leveraging CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) programming expertise. This position is responsible for generating accurate data and layouts utilizing CMM technology to support the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and provide actionable insights to the Quality Engineer. By ensuring that production processes meet stringent quality standards, the CMM Quality Engineer contributes to the success of the production team and ultimately enhances overall product quality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Primary CMM Programmer.
• Leads efforts to resolve customer quality complaints in a satisfactory manner.
• Write programs for first article dimensional checks and daily production runs and assist with training.
• Perform and submit first piece dimensional inspection reports to customers.
• Takes on management of projects as assigned by QA Manager.
• Assist production, Engineering and QA with gauging, measuring and problem solving.
• Monitor Control Charting on Critical process characteristics.
• Assist in measurement system analysis.
• Lead and participate in problem solving and Continuous Improvement teams.
• Perform layered process, manufacturing process, and internal audits as scheduled.

• Participate in the APQP program meetings and review and complete the necessary tasks as assigned.
• Prioritize CMM activities based on internal and customer needs.
• Provide feedback based on CMM/Layout results to the team.
• Communicate, engage, and participate in a positive and professional manner.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Complies with all company employment policies, procedures/processes, and programs. Performs duties in compliance quality, safety, and manufacturing requirements.

• Build positive relationships and work cooperatively with associates in a team environment.
• Models and exemplifies Companies Core Values.
• Works required schedule based on business demands.
• Other duties as assigned from time-to-time.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

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

CERTIFICATION, EDUCATION, and WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or quality related field.
• Proficiency in CMM programming software and CAD software.
• Strong understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
• Experience with PPAP documentation and quality management systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities to work cross-functionally with various teams and with external customers.
• Prior experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Use gauging equipment with emphasis on CMM & SPC.
• Computer literate in functions of spreadsheet, word processing & project charting programs.
• Prefer Internal Auditor Certification (IATF 16949).

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability: ability to adjust to new circumstances, or change; is flexible; handles constructive feed-back, effectively.
• Communications: communicates both verbally and in writing effectively; listens; documents effectively.
• Dependability: ability to work independently and accepts and drives accountability; stays focused; meets work demands; sets personal standards and meets commitments; is reliable, and trustworthy.
• Quality of Work: ability to focus on details and accuracy; looks for improvement in processes or procedures; owns/acts own quality issues; exhibits sound and accurate judgement and makes timely decisions.
• Ownership of Results: manages work load; seeks additional responsibilities and generates innovative, cost-saving revenue generating ideas; manages priorities and time; plans and is organized; demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to goals; is a good steward of company resources.
• Team Orientation/Ability to Work with Others: collaborates; cooperates; provides excellent customer service: both internal and external; teamwork.

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Please note:

Continuously (80%-100%), Frequently (21%-79%), Occasionally (up to 20%)

• Possess good physical stamina and coordination. Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to continuously and repetitively:
  • Communicating with others to exchange information verbally, accurately, quickly.
  • Listen and hearing the exchanging of ideas or instructions by means of spoken word at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
  • Receive detailed information through oral communication
  • Promptly detect and…