CMM Operator / Inspector

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Pleasanton, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi America, Ltd. in Pleasanton, CA seeks a CMM Inspector to perform in-process, first-article, and final dimensional inspections of high-precision components, ensuring conformance to engineering specs.

Requires 5+ years of CMM inspection experience, ASME Y14.5 GD&T knowledge, and proficiency with CMM software (CMM Manager preferred) and precision hand tools. Contract role with potential extension in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• 5+ years of precision inspection experience using CMMs.
• Ability to interpret GD&T and ASME Y14.5.
• Experience with CMM software (CMM Manager preferred) and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual CMM machinery for in-process, first-article, and final inspections.
• Interpret drawings, GD&T symbols, and specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering to identify critical inspection dimensions.
• Select measuring instruments and record inspection data accurately.
• Document acceptance or rejection of material and segregate nonconforming items.
• Assist with non-CMM inspections as needed.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

CMM operation

Mathematical accuracy

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

CMM Manager

Calipers / Micrometers

Job description

## CMM Operator / InspectorApply: Onsite: Pleasanton, California, United States: Full time: Posted Today: R0146191**Location:**Pleasanton, California, United States**Job ID:**R0146191**Date Posted:**2026-09-24**Company Name:**HITACHI AMERICA, LTD.**Profession (Job Category):**Quality Management**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:*****CMM Inspector*****Company:** Hitachi Particle Engineering and Services, Inc.**Location:** Pleasanton, CA**Status:** 3 - 6 month contract (eligible for extension) **The Company**Hitachi Particle Engineering and Services, Inc. (HPES) provides service and maintenance operations to Particle Therapy systems. Accsys Technologies, a division of HPES designs and manufactures ion RF LINAC systems (radio frequency linear accelerator), which are used in Particle Beam Therapy systems and R&D applications. Hitachi Particle Engineering and Services, Inc. is a Hitachi Group Company. **Summary**The CMM (Coordinate Measurement Machine) Operator is a quality-driven professional responsible for performing dimensional inspections of high-precision components and manufacturing materials. This role ensures products meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements through accurate measurement and inspection. **Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:*** Operate manual CMM machinery to perform in-process, first-article, and final dimensional inspections.* Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) symbols.* Collaborate with engineering to identify critical inspection dimensions* Determine appropriate measuring instruments required based on drawings* Accurately record inspection data including calibrated instruments used* Document acceptance or rejection of material* Collaborate with engineering and/or manufacturing to troubleshoot discrepancies* Appropriately label and segregate materials that do not meet specification* Assist with non-CMM related inspections as needed **Required Qualifications:*** High school diploma or GED required; technical certifications or associate degrees in engineering or manufacturing disciplines are preferred.* 5+ years of precision inspection experience using CMMs in quality-controlled environment.* Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5) to interpret complex engineering intents* Ensure accurate measurements using GD&T principles.* Experience with CMM software (**CMM Manager preferred**) and measurement hand tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.)* Knowledge of quality assurance principles related to dimensional inspection* Knowledge of ANSI sampling standards* Excellent written, verbal and communication skills* Proficient math skills* Proficient with Microsoft Office suite **Working Conditions**General manufacturing/inspection environment. Potential for exposure to radiation. Employees frequently walk, stand and sit for computer use; may sit for extended periods of time. **Our Values**We are proud to say we are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to any factor that doesn’t impact your ability to do the job, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are proud of Japanese heritage, with our values expressed through the Hitachi Spirit: Wa – Harmony, Trust, RespectMakoto – Sincerity, Fairness, Honesty, IntegrityKaitakusha-Seishin – Pioneering Spirit, Challenge*For California only (as required by California’s Pay Transparency for Pay Equity Act (*SB 1162*)*: *A good faith estimate of the expected hourly rate for this position that the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire is* $38.46 *per hour. Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi America’s variable pay program, subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions.****Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities******If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to [e-mail]. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.***