CMM Engineer

ADP, Inc.; Shelbyville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Century Mold is seeking an Injection Molding CMM Engineer to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality compliance of molded components using CMM tech. This role blends plastic molding know-how with metrology, data analysis, and quality control.

You will program and operate CMMs (PC-DMIS, Calypso), interpret GD&T, perform FAI and PPAP, analyze data for trends, and collaborate with tooling, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in injection molding and CMM operation
• Strong GD&T, blueprint reading, and measurement data analysis
• Experience with CMM software such as PC-DMIS, Zeiss Calypso, Mitutoyo MCOSMOS

Responsibilities

• Program and operate CMM for dimensional inspection of molded parts
• Develop and validate CMM inspection programs using software such as PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and CAD models
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI), capability studies, and PPAP documentation
• Analyze measurement data to identify trends, root causes, and process deviations
• Collaborate with tooling, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve dimensional and process issues
• Support mold validation, mold trials, and new product launches
• Maintain calibration records and ensure ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or customer-specific standards
• Recommend process improvements to enhance product quality and reduce scrap
• Train technicians and operators on inspection methods and quality standards

Skills

CMM programming

PC-DMIS

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Quality tools

SPC

MSA

SolidWorks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent experience

Tools

PC-DMIS

Zeiss Calypso

Mitutoyo MCOSMOS

Job description

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Supervision/HR/IT TN Full Time Regular Shelbyville, TN, US

At Century Mold, we don't just mold parts, our customers come to us with their toughest challenges … and we mold solutions. The plastics industry is full of challenges and the Century Mold team prides themselves on their problem-solving capabilities. We strive to provide and deliver more not only for our customers but for our team as well.

About the Role:

An Injection Molding CMM Engineer is responsible for ensuring dimensional accuracy and quality compliance of injection-molded components using Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) technology. This role combines expertise in plastic injection molding processes with advanced metrology, data analysis, and quality control practices.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Key Responsibilities:

• Program and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) for dimensional inspection of molded parts.
• Develop and validate CMM inspection programs using software such as PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), and CAD models.
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI), capability studies, and PPAP documentation.
• Analyze measurement data to identify trends, root causes, and process deviations.
• Collaborate with tooling, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve dimensional and process issues.
• Support mold validation, mold trials, and new product launches.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or customer-specific standards.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance product quality and reduce scrap.
• Train technicians and operators on inspection methods and quality standards.

We would love to hear from you if:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5+ years of experience in injection molding and CMM operation/programming.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and blueprint reading.
• Experience with CMM software (e.g., PC-DMIS, Zeiss Calypso, Mitutoyo MCOSMOS).
• Familiarity with SPC, MSA, and quality tools (FMEA, 8D, root cause analysis).
• Understanding of plastic materials and molding process parameters.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, or similar preferred).
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Cross-functional communication
• Strong documentation and reporting skills

Why You’ll Love Working for Century Mold:

• We reward our employees. The salary range for this position is market competitive and is based on relevant years of experience and skills. Employees may qualify for a bonus program in addition to base salary; bonus amounts are determined based on company and individual performance.
• We care about our employee’s well-being.In addition to direct compensation, we also offer a robust array of benefits to our employees; these include medical insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, as well as other great benefits to support your well-being. We also support our employees by offering 401(k) matching.

Details of your position:

Your Job Title will be:

CMM Coordination Engineer

Belonging to the:

You will report directly to:

CMM Coordination Manager

Your Employment Status:

Exempt

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions