Manufacturing CMM Engineer

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CBSbutler is seeking an experienced Manufacturing CMM Programmer in Kidderminster to own CMM programming for precision components. The role involves developing and validating inspection routines using LK Metrology CMMs and collaborating with Manufacturing, Quality and Design teams to ensure products meet stringent accuracy standards.

You will drive continuous improvement, support new manufacturing technologies, and help optimise inspection processes to reduce cycle times and improve overall

Qualifications

• Experience in programming LK Metrology CMMs and creating complex inspection routines from CAD models.
• Strong understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5 / ISO GPS).
• Experience in precision metrology within regulated industries (aerospace/defence).
• Experience with First Article Inspection (AS9102), MSA and Gauge R&R.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate and optimise CMM inspection programmes.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality and Design Engineering teams.
• Improve inspection efficiency and reduce cycle times.
• Support new manufacturing technologies and NPI initiatives.

Skills

CMM programming

CAD-based inspection

GD&T

AS9102

MSA/Gauge R&R

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Aerospace/regulatory metrology

Tools

LK Metrology

Coordinate Measuring Machines

Job description

Manufacturing CMM Programmer

Kidderminster (Onsite role)

£40,000 - £52,000 + excellent bens.

Precision metrology. Advanced manufacturing. Critical products.

We're supporting a leading advanced engineering organisation seeking an experienced Manufacturing CMM Programmer to take ownership of CMM programming for the manufacture of highly complex, precision-engineered components.

If you're an expert in LK Metrology CMMs and enjoy solving challenging dimensional inspection problems within a highly regulated manufacturing environment, this is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting new product introduction, continuous improvement and world-class manufacturing.

The Role

You'll develop, validate and optimise CMM inspection programmes, working closely with Manufacturing, Quality and Design Engineering teams to ensure products meet the highest standards of accuracy and compliance. You'll also help improve inspection efficiency, reduce cycle times and support the introduction of new manufacturing technologies.

We're looking for experience in:

• Programming LK Metrology Coordinate Measuring Machines
• Creating complex inspection routines from CAD models
• GD&T interpretation (ASME Y14.5 / ISO GPS)
• Precision metrology within aerospace, defence or other highly regulated industries
• First Article Inspection (AS9102), MSA, Gauge R&R and root cause investigation
• Continuous improvement of inspection processes and manufacturing capability

You'll thrive if you enjoy:

• Solving complex engineering challenges
• Working with multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Driving quality and manufacturing excellence
• Supporting new product introduction and advanced manufacturing projects

If you're an experienced CMM Programmer looking for your next challenge in advanced manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.