CMM Programmer 

CMM Programmer 
Rockford, IL
Full Time – M-F (5 AM – 2:30 PM)

Summary:
Experienced CMM Programmer with a combination of technical, metrology, GD&T, and manufacturing knowledge.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and validate CMM inspection programs.
• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections.
• Generate dimensional inspection reports.
• Troubleshoot CMM programs and measurement issues.
• Validate fixture and probing strategies.
• Assist engineering with tolerance analysis and measurement methods.
• Maintain CMM calibration records and ensure equipment readiness.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to resolve dimensional issues.
• Continuously improve inspection methods and reduce inspection cycle time.

Technical Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience programming and operating CMMs
• Experience with CMM software such as:
  • PC-DMIS

• Experience with CMM brands such as:   
  • Hexagon
  • Brown & Sharpe
• Ability to create CMM programs from engineering drawings and CAD models
• Experience with offline programming
• Knowledge of CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Knowledge required
• Advanced understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T

• Blueprint Reading
  • Interpret complex engineering drawings
  • Read geometric tolerances

• Metrology Skills
  • Proficient with: Micrometers, Calipers, Height gages, Surface plates, Pin gages, Thread gages, Measurement uncertainty, MSA (Measurement System Analysis), Gage R&R, Calibration practices
• Manufacturing Knowledge

• Understanding of stamping
• Knowledge of inspection planning
• Experience with first article inspections (FAI)
• PPAP experience
• ISIR experience

• Quality Systems
  • IATF 16949
  • ISO 9001
• Computer Skills

Education

• Bachelors or Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Quality Assurance, or related field (preferred)
• Technical training in metrology or precision measurement