Advanced Quality Tecnician Specialist

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc.; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc in Michigan City, IN is seeking an Advanced Quality Technician Specialist to oversee advanced operation, programming, and maintenance of CMMs and precision metrology equipment in a 150-employee assembly environment.

The role supports Quality, Engineering, and Production by ensuring accurate dimensional analysis, maintaining measurement systems, and improving inspection processes for ISO/IATF compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical experience preferred.
• 3+ years in precision measurement/quality inspection in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with GD&T, blueprint reading, and measurement systems analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• CMM operation, calibration, and daily setup to support production and quality inspections.
• Develop and modify CMM programs using PC-DMIS, Calypso, or equivalent software.
• Perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections and interpret GD&T drawings.
• Maintain gauges, fixtures, calibration records, and metrology documentation.
• Collaborate with Quality Engineers and Production Supervisors to resolve dimensional issues.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T knowledge

Metrology tools

Data analysis

Detail oriented

Excel

Education

Associate degree

Tools

PC-DMIS

Zeiss Calypso

Job description

Position Summary

The Advanced Quality Technician Specialist is responsible for advanced operation, programming, and maintenance of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and precision metrology equipment. This salaried role supports Quality, Engineering, and Production by ensuring accurate dimensional analysis, maintaining measurement systems, and improving inspection processes for a 150‑employee assembly manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• CMM Operation - Perform daily setup, calibration, and operation of CMM equipment to support production and quality inspections.
• CMM Programming - Develop, modify, and optimize CMM programs using PC‑DMIS, Calypso, or equivalent software.
• Dimensional Inspection - Conduct first‑article, in‑process, and final inspections; interpret GD&T and engineering drawings.
• Metrology System Maintenance - Maintain gauges, fixtures, calibration records, and metrology documentation.
• Quality & Engineering Support - Partner with Quality Engineers and Production Supervisors to resolve dimensional issues and support root‑cause analysis.
• Data Reporting - Generate inspection reports, capability studies, and measurement data for PPAP, audits, and customer requirements.
• Continuous Improvement - Recommend improvements to inspection methods, fixtures, and measurement processes.
• Compliance - Ensure all measurement activities meet internal standards, customer specifications, and ISO/IATF requirements.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree in Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, Metrology, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent technical experience considered.

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in precision measurement, CMM operation, or quality inspection in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with GD&T, blueprint reading, and measurement systems analysis preferred.
• Prior experience with PC‑DMIS, Zeiss Calypso, or similar CMM software strongly preferred.

Skills

• Strong understanding of GD&T and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with CMM programming and metrology tools.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate results clearly.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

CVG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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At this time, we are not providing sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the country of the job posting location on a full-time basis.

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