CMM Programmer / Inspector

CMM Programmer/InspectorWe are seeking an experienced, well-rounded CMM Programmer/Inspector to strengthen and help develop our inspection department. This is a hands-on role for someone who can independently program and operate CMM equipment, resolve measurement discrepancies, and establish reliable inspection processes in a precision manufacturing environment.The successful candidate will also play an important role in selecting and implementing a new CMM system. Experience with ZEISS equipment and software is strongly preferred.Key ResponsibilitiesCreate, edit, and optimize CMM inspection programs for precision-manufactured components.Set up and operate CMM equipment to perform dimensional inspections.Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T, and customer quality requirements.Develop effective inspection strategies, setups, and measurement routines.Perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections.Investigate conflicting measurement results and determine the source of discrepancies.Ensure inspection methods are accurate, repeatable, and properly documented.Prepare clear inspection reports and communicate findings to production and leadership.Help evaluate, select, install, and launch a new CMM system, with ZEISS currently preferred.Establish CMM programming standards, calibration practices, and inspection procedures.Recommend additional inspection equipment, software, tooling, and department improvements.Work with machinists and shop leadership to identify and resolve quality issues.Train and mentor inspection personnel as the department develops.Help build an inspection function capable of consistently meeting customer and internal quality standards.QualificationsExtensive experience programming and operating CMM equipment in a precision manufacturing or machine-shop environment.Strong working knowledge of dimensional inspection methods and equipment.Advanced ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.Experience inspecting close-tolerance machined components.Ability to troubleshoot measurement inconsistencies and validate inspection results.Experience developing inspection plans, programs, procedures, and documentation.Ability to work independently and take ownership of the inspection department.Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.Experience supporting the selection or implementation of new CMM equipment is highly desirable.Approximately 10 years of relevant CMM and inspection experience is preferred.Preferred ExperienceZEISS CMM equipment and programming software.CMM installation, qualification, or commissioning.Building or improving a quality inspection department.Training junior inspectors or employees transitioning into inspection.First Article Inspection Reports and customer-required inspection documentation.Measurement system analysis, calibration, and gauge-control practices.