Job Description

The CMM Programmer will create and update CMM Programs for part specific receiving inspections, in-process inspections, and final inspections.

You will utilize a variety of precision measuring instruments to include but not limited to: Comparators, vision systems, micrometers and functional gages. Effectively communicates with peers and interdepartmental personnel maintaining a cohesive team environment. Assists with other quality related functions upon supervisor or managerial request.

What You’ll Do:

• Interpret engineering drawings and/or models to create and program coordinated measuring machine (CMM) for part measurement

• Examine parts and/or drawings to formulate a measurement scheme if no datums are specified

• Ensure materials and product are in within print specification

• Create new part specific CMM programs

• Update/Remediate existing part specific CMM programs

• Measure parts by using appropriate tools (Optical Comparator, Micrometers, Calipers, etc.)

• Inspects product to ensure it meets both internal and external specifications as well as all regulatory requirements.

• Record test data and create technical reports with defined templates (FAI, Capability Study, Gage R&R, etc.)

• Appropriately identify and segregate nonconforming product and initiate a nonconforming material report per internal NCMR procedures.

• Initiate continuous improvement efforts within the metrology lab and create controlled lab procedures where needed

• Provide help to production/quality associates as a technical expert on measurement style and technique

• Confer with Quality Engineers or Management to interpret/determine customer/internal standards and offer suggestions for measurement style

• Assist with programming of other inspection equipment at the site, including but not limited to Starrett Comparators, SmartScope, Keyence, after a reasonable amount of training is provided by Avalign.

• Act as CAPA Owner for Metrology related CAPA

• Participate in Inspection plan and Gage Design discussions for New Product Introduction projects.

What You’ll Need:

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints with a strong knowledge of GD&T, and inspection methods
• 2+ years’ experience with CMM programming
• An understanding of quality standards (ISO-13485) & regulatory requirements (21CFR820) is preferred.
• Possess effective communication skills and interacts in a professional courteous manner with all co-workers

What You Won’t Do:

• Feel stuck – we offer great opportunities to advance and learn
• Get bored – we make a high variety of products, so no day is the same
• Feel like a number – we’re a close-knit bunch and always have each other’s backs

Who You Are:

• A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• A quick learner who is always ready to gain depth of knowledge in manufacturing processes
• A reliable individual who knows the importance of showing up when it counts
• Someone who accept assignments with an open, cooperative, positive and team-oriented approach
• Someone who is able to plan and execute plans across teams
• An effective communicator, both written and verbal

What You’ll Enjoy:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and 10 observed paid holidays per year
• Employer funded Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer funded STD and LTD insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Great 401(k) with company match
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Working for a thriving, performance-based company that values promoting from within and career advancement
• Temperature controlled environment
• Community involvement investing and giving back to the community
• Additional free resources such as travel assistance, EAP, etc.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
• Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Optical Comparator
• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)
• Calipers and Micrometers