CMM Programmer

SF Partners; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

SF Partners seeks an experienced CMM Programmer to own measurement strategy across multiple sites in Derby. You will standardise inspection processes and drive best practice across the metrology function, collaborating with Quality, Manufacturing Engineering and Operations.

You will lead CMM programming improvements, develop group-wide strategies, and deliver training to ensure consistent measurement plans and reporting. Strong GD&T and PC‑DMIS expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience programming CMMs, ideally using PC‑DMIS.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing.
• Experience with measurement system analysis (MSA), SPC and capability studies.
• Knowledge of probing systems, fixtures and offline programming techniques.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing CMM programmes, inspection routines and measurement strategies to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assess equipment capability, utilisation and software compatibility across multiple sites.
• Visit manufacturing facilities to review current processes and provide technical guidance.
• Develop and implement a group-wide metrology strategy focused on consistency, efficiency and quality.
• Standardise CMM programming methods, inspection plans and reporting procedures.
• Improve inspection throughput through enhanced probing strategies, offline programming and improved fixturing.
• Reduce operator dependency by introducing more robust and repeatable measurement processes.
• Support FAIRs, capability studies, SPC and wider quality improvement initiatives.
• Produce technical documentation, work instructions and metrology standards.
• Deliver training and mentoring for CMM programmers and inspection personnel.
• Support new product introduction activities by ensuring effective measurement plans are established from the outset.
• Provide technical support during customer audits and measurement-related investigations.
• Monitor key metrology KPIs and drive continuous improvement across the function.

Skills

CMM programming

PC-DMIS

GD&T

MSA & SPC

probing systems

offline programming

metrology improvement

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace

CMM/metrology qualification

Tools

PC-DMIS

Job description

CMM Programmer

Derby

£50,000 - £55,000 DOE

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced CMM Programmer to take ownership of measurement strategy across multiple manufacturing sites. This is an excellent opportunity to drive improvements in CMM programming, standardise inspection processes and introduce best practice across the wider business.

Working closely with Quality, Manufacturing Engineering and Operations, you'll play a key role in improving inspection efficiency, reducing unnecessary measurement activity and ensuring a consistent approach to metrology throughout the organisation.

CMM Programmer Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing CMM programmes, inspection routines and measurement strategies to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assess equipment capability, utilisation and software compatibility across multiple sites.
• Visit manufacturing facilities to review current processes and provide technical guidance.
• Develop and implement a group-wide metrology strategy focused on consistency, efficiency and quality.
• Standardise CMM programming methods, inspection plans and reporting procedures.
• Improve inspection throughput through enhanced probing strategies, offline programming and improved fixturing.
• Reduce operator dependency by introducing more robust and repeatable measurement processes.
• Support FAIRs, capability studies, SPC and wider quality improvement initiatives.
• Produce technical documentation, work instructions and metrology standards.
• Deliver training and mentoring for CMM programmers and inspection personnel.
• Support new product introduction activities by ensuring effective measurement plans are established from the outset.
• Provide technical support during customer audits and measurement-related investigations.
• Monitor key metrology KPIs and drive continuous improvement across the function.

About You

You’ll have a strong background in precision engineering or aerospace manufacturing with extensive hands-on experience in CMM programming and inspection.

CMM Programmer will bring:

• Proven experience programming CMMs, ideally using PC-DMIS.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing.
• Experience with measurement system analysis (MSA), SPC and capability studies.
• Knowledge of probing systems, fixtures and offline programming techniques.
• Exposure to automated inspection, laser scanning or other advanced metrology technologies would be advantageous.
• Previous experience improving or standardising metrology processes across multiple sites is highly desirable.
• A good understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering (or similar discipline).
• A recognised CMM or metrology qualification would be beneficial.

This role would suit an experienced Metrology or CMM Engineer looking to take the lead on shaping measurement strategy, improving manufacturing capability and driving best practice across a growing engineering organisation