CMM Operator - 1st Shift

Barnes Group; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Group in Warren, MI is seeking a CMM Operator to develop, validate, and maintain CMM programs for production and first article inspections. You will program and operate CMM equipment using PC-DMIS, interpret engineering drawings, and apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5.

The role involves supporting First Article Inspections (AS9102), troubleshooting dimensional issues, and developing inspection methods to improve throughput and repeatability while training inspectors.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of CMM programming experience.
• Ability to interpret complex GD&T requirements.
• Advanced PC-DMIS software knowledge.
• Experience with aerospace machining and inspection.
• Familiarity with First Article Inspection (AS9102).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, validate, and maintain CMM programs for production and first article inspections.
• Program and operate CMM equipment using PC-DMIS Software.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Apply advanced GD&T principles per ASME Y14.5.
• Support First Article Inspections per AS9102.
• Troubleshoot dimensional issues and support root cause investigations.
• Develop inspection methods and optimize measurement strategies to improve throughput and repeatability.
• Assist with gauge validation and measurement system studies.
• Provide technical support and training for inspectors and manufacturing personnel.
• Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and company quality requirements.

Skills

CMM Programming

GD&T interpretation

First Article Inspections

Root Cause Analysis

Inspection Strategy & Optimization

Training & Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PC-DMIS

Blueprint Reading

Measurement Equipment

Aerospace Inspection

Job description

Core Responsibilities of the CMM Operator:

• Develop, modify, validate, and maintain CMM programs for production and first article inspections.
• Program and operate CMM equipment using PC-DMIS Software (Must know)
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Apply advanced GD&T principles in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
• Support First Article Inspections in accordance with AS9102.
• Troubleshoot dimensional issues and support root cause investigations.
• Develop inspection methods and optimize measurement strategies to improve throughput and repeatability.
• Assist with gauge validation and measurement system studies.
• Provide technical support and training for inspectors and manufacturing personnel.
• Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and company quality requirements.

Qualifications for the CMM Operator:

• Minimum five (5) years of CMM Programming experience
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience interpreting complex GD&T requirements
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Advanced knowledge of PC-DMIS software
• Experience with:
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Aerospace Machining and Inspection
  • First Article Inspection Requirements
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Precision Measuring Equipment
• Knowledge and ability to use key measuring and product handling equipment.
• Basic computer program understanding.
• Interact and communicate in a professional and effective manner with all level of employees.
• Schedule and organize time and tasks effectively
• Ability to work in a challenging and schedule driven environment
• Strong organizational skills.