CMM Technician

CMM Technician At TCDC, you are not a number - you are part of a team that owns its future! TCDC is an employee-owned company with over 100 years in business and three locations. We value our employer owners and their contributions that play an important part in our ability to provide our customer's with precision aluminum and magnesium die castings. TCDC offers an exceptional work environment, competitive compensation, and great benefits, including: medical, dental, life, 401K, and a generous company-funded ESOP program. Take ownership of your career today! PositionSummary: Performs a variety of duties to operate coordinate measuring equipment to measure dimensions of components to specified requirements. Read routers to determine proper dimensions and tolerance specification for specific part to be measured. Performs set up operations and calibrate probe. Position and level part on surface plate of measuring equipment. Activate digital readout equipment and record specified measurements. Print measurements and compare to specified dimensions and tolerances noting discrepancies. Must be able to troubleshoot and resolve minor issues. Ability to analyze the data and read the reports. Ability to read and understand blue prints, specifications and inspection instructions. Proficient in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Ability to use basic measuring tools and gauges and is computer literate. Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks: Discard or reject products, materials, and equipment not meeting specifications. Analyze and interpret blueprints, data, manuals, and other materials to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustment and certification methods, formulas, and measuring instruments required. Inspect, test, or measure materials, products, installations, and work for conformance to specifications. Notify supervisors and other personnel of production problems, and assist in identifying and correcting these problems. Discuss inspection results with those responsible for products, and recommend necessary corrective actions. Record inspection or test data, such as weights, temperatures, grades, or moisture content, and quantities inspected or graded. Mark items with details such as grade and acceptance or rejection status. Observe and monitor production operations and equipment to ensure conformance to specifications and make or order necessary process or assembly adjustments. Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers. Analyze test data and make computations as necessary to determine test results. Responsible for knowing and following all environmental, health and safety rules, policies, and procedures for work area and takes responsibility to assure that personal work activity is conducted in such a way so as to not affect the safety of themselves or others. All other duties as assigned. Competencies By Role: Adaptability & Flexibility ~ Definition: Ability to learn and properly apply new job-related information in a timely manner. Willing to change behavioral style or method of approach when necessary to achieve a goal; adjusts style as appropriate to the needs of the situation. Continuous Learning & Problem Solving ~ Definition: Identifies and defines problems through the gathering of relevant information leading to the development, implementation, and evaluation of solutions results. Equipment Operation & Industry Knowledge ~ Definition: Knowledge of appropriate procedures for using specific equipment or machines to meet defined quality and quantity standards. Ability to perform basic measurement and basic math tasks. Initiative / Self Motivated ~ Definition: Does more than is required or expected in the job. Does things that no one has requested that will improve or enhance current methods. Plans ahead for upcoming problems or opportunities. Acts without being directed and proactively follows through on work activities and goals to resolve them. Has personal desire to improve or enhance processes. Teamwork / Team Player ~ Definition: Provides support and assistance for a department or team members and promotes cooperation and commitment to achieve goals and deliverables. Technical & Professional Expertise ~ Definition: Understands aspects of the job by devising new approaches to make improvements or solve workplace challenges. Is able to apply that knowledge to correctively address issues in a "timely manner". Physical Demands: Frequency: Continuous 67-100%, Frequent 34-66%, Occasional 1-33% STRENGTH Occasional lifting and carrying of 50 lbs. Frequent lifting and carrying of 21 to 49 pounds Continuous lifting and carrying of 1 to 20 pounds Continuous standing Frequent sitting, walking, pull and pushing MOTION Continuous twisting and bending Continuous reach (overhead and out-stretched) Continuous kneeling, climbing, crawling, bending and stooping REPETITION Frequent repetitive motion Continuous use of vibratory tools Continuous grip, torque and fine manipulation Continuous handling/grasping OTHER Frequent exposure to hot and cold temperature extremes Functional vision Ability to discern colors PPE Required No Driving Continuous Talking Continuous Hearing For the purpose of compliance with ADA and Workers Compensation, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously exposed to moving mechanical parts; extreme heat and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fume or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is continuously very loud. Education and Experience: Requires high school diploma or GED. Vocational schools training or associate's degree preferred. Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is expected. Pay & Benefits: $23.75-$31.75 per hour, depending on experience and skill level, with clear opportunities for advancement Employee Ownership (ESOP) 401(k) with company match Paid holidays and vacation Company-funded HRA account Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Vision and Dental Insurance Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Life Insurance Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.