CMM Programmer/Operator

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What We Offer

Competitive pay based on experience. Up to 3 weeks PTO for new hires. 13 paid holidays. Paid gym membership. $200 annual safety shoe/boot allowance. Company-paid prescription safety glasses. Tuition reimbursement. Quarterly bonus opportunities. In addition to training and career advancement opportunities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), company-paid life insurance, company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.

More Than Just a Paycheck

Through our TAC Team, employees also enjoy: back-to-school supply drives, season of giving holiday assistance program, and regular employee appreciation events.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
• Develop, validate, revise, and maintain inspection programs for new and existing products.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, blueprints, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Perform first article, in-process, final, and receiving inspections.
• Analyze measurement results and identify out-of-tolerance conditions and quality concerns.
• Prepare inspection reports and maintain accurate quality records.
• Communicate inspection results and nonconformances to Quality, Engineering, and Production teams.
• Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform routine verification and care of CMMs, probes, fixtures, and related inspection equipment.
• Use precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and indicators.
• Follow all safety, quality, housekeeping, and manufacturing procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous CMM programming and operating experience required.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T requirements.
• Experience programming and operating Zeiss Contura CMMs using CALYPSO software preferred.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and indicators.
• Knowledge of dimensional inspection methods, calibration practices, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, repeatable results.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers, spreadsheets, and quality/manufacturing systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the workday.
• Ability to safely handle parts, inspection fixtures, and measuring equipment.
• Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift and move materials as needed.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment while following all required safety practices.
• Ability to perform the physical activities required to set up and operate inspection equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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