CMM Operator

Staffline; Littledean; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffline is seeking a CMM Operator in the Cinderford area to inspect precision components and support aerospace, automotive, and oil & gas customers. You will operate and program Aberlink CMM equipment, interpret drawings, and drive quality through first-off and final inspections.

Responsibilities include maintaining the CMM program library, performing tests, calibration control, NCR handling, and supporting continuous improvement with the quality team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating CMM equipment in precision engineering/manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong GD&T knowledge.
• Experience with quality inspection tools (micrometers, verniers, gauges).

Responsibilities

• Operate and program CMM equipment (Aberlink).
• Maintain CMM Program Library.
• Perform Inspection & testing.
• Interpret Engineering Drawings and GD&T.
• First off and Last off Inspection CMM & handheld measuring equipment.
• Calibration, drawing and documentation control.
• Create FAIR using QPULSE or similar software to AS9102B standards.
• Gauge R & R.
• Report quality issues to the quality manager/representative.
• Inspect parts pre- and post-work using required processes.
• Quality engineering support with customers and QEP personnel.
• NCR creation, evaluation & resolution.
• Continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with audits and introduction of new manufacturing techniques.

Skills

CMM operation

GD&T knowledge

Reading drawings

Quality inspection

Tools

Aberlink CMM

Micrometers

Verniers

Gauges

Job description

Role: CMM Operator

Location: Cinderford

Salary: £32,000 - £34,000

Day Shift

As a CMM Operator, you will be responsible for inspecting precision-manufactured components to ensure they meet customer specifications and quality standards. Working closely with production and quality teams, you will play a key role in maintaining excellence quality standard for aerospace, automotive and oil & gas customers.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and program CMM equipment (Aberlink)
• Maintain CMM Program Library
• Perform Inspection & testing
• Interpret Engineering Drawings and Blueprints (GD&T experience)
• First off and Last off Inspection CMM & handheld measuring equipment
• Calibration, drawing & other documentation control.
• FAIR creation using QPULSE or any other software the company may use in the future to AS9102B Standards
• Gauge R & R
• Day to day company quality issue's reporting to the quality manager/representative, in particular the quality of machined products throughout the company
• Inspection of parts:
  • Prior to and returning from Outwork Processes
  • Final Inspection and sign off before delivery to the customer
• Quality engineering working with QEP personal and customers to highlight resolve issues.
• NCR creation, evaluation & resolution
• Continuous improvement.
• Assisting the Quality Manager with audits both internal and supplier
• Help with the introduction of new manufacturing techniques and principles

Requirements:

• Previous experience operating CMM equipment within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Good understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience using quality inspection tools such as micrometers, verniers, and gauges.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.