1st Shift - OGP CMM Programmer

Helios Technologies; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 52,348 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

Helios Technologies in Buffalo Grove, IL, is seeking a skilled CMM Programmer to support inspection and quality assurance for precision-machined components. This role involves developing, validating, and maintaining CMM programs using OGP Zone3 software.

The ideal candidate should have strong GD&T knowledge, excellent troubleshooting skills, and at least 3 years of programming experience in a precision manufacturing environment. A technical degree or advanced training is preferred. This position is essential for ensuring quality in aerospace and defense manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of CMM programming experience in precision manufacturing.
• Direct experience programming with OGP Zone3 software required.
• Knowledge of calibration practices and measurement uncertainty preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, optimize, and maintain inspection programs using OGP Zone3 software.
• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections on machined components.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production teams.

Skills

Communication and teamwork

Technical problem solving

Dimensional analysis

Attention to detail

Process improvement mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or advanced metrology training

Tools

OGP Zone3 software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Location

Schultes Precision - Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Salary Range

$38.00 - $45.00 hourly

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled CMM Programmer with experience using OGP Zone3 software to support inspection and quality assurance activities for precision‑machined components. This position is responsible for developing, validating, and maintaining CMM programs used to inspect complex aerospace, defense, and high‑precision manufactured parts. The ideal candidate will possess strong GD&T knowledge, blueprint reading capabilities, and hands‑on experience with dimensional inspection equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Create, edit, optimize, and maintain inspection programs using OGP Zone3 software.
• Program and operate Optical Gaging Products (OGP) measurement systems and related metrology equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Perform first article, in‑process, and final inspections on machined components.
• Apply and interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Validate CMM programs prior to release to production or quality inspection teams.
• Troubleshoot programming, fixturing, and measurement issues to ensure accurate inspection results.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production teams to resolve dimensional and process concerns.
• Support customer audits, internal audits, and corrective action activities.
• Generate inspection reports and maintain quality documentation in accordance with company and customer requirements.
• Assist with gauge studies, measurement system analysis (MSA), and calibration support activities.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, ITAR, and customer‑specific quality requirements as applicable.
• Recommend process improvements to increase inspection efficiency and measurement accuracy.
• Maintain organized program libraries and revision control for all inspection programs.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of calibration practices and measurement uncertainty preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and quality documentation systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Technical problem solving.
• Dimensional analysis.
• Time management.
• Communication and teamwork.
• Process improvement mindset.
• Quality‑focused decision making.

Education & Experience

• Direct experience programming with OGP Zone3 software required.
• Experience with multisensor measurement systems (vision, touch probe, laser).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of CMM programming experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or advanced metrology training preferred.
• Experience inspecting tight‑tolerance machined components.
• Experience with aerospace, defense, or medical manufacturing preferred.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, feel/reach with hands/arms, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and walk. The employee is occasionally required to bend and stop, push and pull, reach above shoulder level, kneel, squat, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job to include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.