Coordinate Measuring Machine Programmer

Job SummaryPrograms and operates Coordinates Measurement Machines for production parts and tooling fixtures to engineering drawings using precision inspection tools and gauges. Will also be focal for R&D and New Product Development activities as they arise.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProgram, Set-up and run Zeiss Coordinate Measuring Machine with latest versions of Calypso software.Program, Set-up and Operate Metronics QC5000 CMM program to current revision.Program, Set-up and Operate Romer Arm Verisurf with current version of software.Maintain CMM cleanliness and operations.Operate and maintain Comparators.Interpret complex tool drawings.Use Standard Measuring Instruments (including sine plates) to make inspection set-ups.Initiate appropriate inspection reports.Record inspection results.Maintain inspection data.Locate tools and perform periodic inspection on tooling listed on the monthly dispatch report.File drawings and reports.Assist inspection areas when additional capacity is required.Review and accept inspection data from outside facilities.Coordinate design efforts with Manufacture Engineering Department.Coordinate tool inspection priorities with Tool Control Department.Maintain area in a neat, clean and orderly manner.Make complex surface plate set-ups to evaluate multi-plane compound characteristics.Use trigonometry to solve angles and legs of triangles generated by set-ups.Compare part drawings to ensure compatibility and anticipated results.Analyze dimensional characteristics on first parts produced on tool to determine if production parts will be within specific tolerance limits.This job description is not all inclusive of all duties. Other duties may be assigned.Education and ExperienceRequires 2 years related technical college/trade school, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Requires 7+ years related aerospace industry experience in precision inspection.Knowledge, Skill and AbilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments typical of the tool and die making trade including: Zeiss coordinate measuring machines w/ Calypso 5.4 software; angle plates; dial indicators; gauge blocks; height gauges; parallels; protractors; sine bars; v-blocks; transits; levels; and other general inspection instruments.Must interface with customer both directly and indirectly as needed for programming modifications or verification of outputs.As needed, will develop presentations for internal and external groups.Must be able to read/interpret blueprints/engineering drawings.Must have working proficiency with shop geometry, trigonometry and descriptive geometry.Will review and recommend other software applications that will reduce error rate as well as increase productivity and efficiency.Must interface effective across organizational levels.Must train other employees as needed to support business needsMust have good organizational skills and maintain accurate, complete documentation.Must be able to solve problems including root cause and corrective actions.Must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral.Must be computer/PC proficient including MS Office suite.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesN/APhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Lift up to 50 lbs.Push and pull 50 lbs.Bend OccasionallySit, Stand, and Walk FrequentlyTalk and Listen FrequentlySpecial RequirementsN/ALimitations and DisclaimerThe statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment and the content is subject to be changed, modified, or deleted at the discretion of the Company. In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations with those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.Education and ExperienceRequires 2 years related technical college/trade school, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Requires 7+ years related aerospace industry experience in precision inspection.Knowledge, Skill and AbilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments typical of the tool and die making trade including: Zeiss coordinate measuring machines w/ Calypso 5.4 software; angle plates; dial indicators; gauge blocks; height gauges; parallels; protractors; sine bars; v-blocks; transits; levels; and other general inspection instruments.Must interface with customer both directly and indirectly as needed for programming modifications or verification of outputs.As needed, will develop presentations for internal and external groups.Must be able to read/interpret blueprints/engineering drawings.Must have working proficiency with shop geometry, trigonometry and descriptive geometry.Will review and recommend other software applications that will reduce error rate as well as increase productivity and efficiency.Must interface effective across organizational levels.Must train other employees as needed to support business needsMust have good organizational skills and maintain accurate, complete documentation.Must be able to solve problems including root cause and corrective actions.Must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral.Must be computer/PC proficient including MS Office suite. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arrowhead Products Corporation