Lead CMM Programmer

Lead CMM Programmer

Our client, an established machining-focused manufacturing company in Norton Shores, MI, is seeking a hands-on Lead CMM Programmer with strong CMM programming experience. This role requires someone who can take ownership of day-to-day quality activities while working directly on the shop floor and supporting the continued growth of the operation. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety-working with multiple part types, adjusting programs, and solving problems in real time. The Quality Lead will perform inspections, program and operate CMM equipment, use optical comparators and precision gauges, oversee calibration activities, maintain quality documentation, and help improve inspection processes. You'll also provide guidance to other quality personnel and work closely with production leadership to resolve quality concerns.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day quality and inspection activities within a machining environment.
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections across multiple part types and operations.
• Program, modify, and operate CMM equipment for a variety of parts.
• Use optical comparators and precision hand gauges confidently.
• Manage gauge and equipment calibration activities.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation.
• Develop and improve in-process inspection checklists and work instructions.
• Provide guidance and support to other quality personnel.
• Work closely with production employees and leadership to identify and resolve quality concerns.
• Assist with quality system and compliance requirements.
• Investigate quality issues and support corrective actions.
• Take ownership of quality issues from identification through resolution.
• Develop into a more customer-facing quality resource as needed.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of hands-on quality inspection experience in a machining environment.
• CMM programming experience required (not just operation).
• Experience inspecting a variety of machined parts and operations.
• Strong understanding of precision measurement tools, including hand gauges and optical comparators.
• Ability to read and interpret prints, specifications, tolerances, and inspection requirements.
• Self-sufficient, technically driven, and comfortable working independently.
• Preferences CMM programming experience across multiple part types.
• Machining industry experience.
• Experience adjusting or creating inspection programs in a job-shop environment.

Benefits:

• Bonus/profit-sharing opportunities.
• Health insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-paid disability coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Additional paid time around select holidays based on the company calendar.