CMM Operator/Quality Inspector

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Connecticut; Hybride; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The CMM / Quality Inspector position is with a precision manufacturing client that relies on accurate measurements and meticulous documentation to meet exact specifications. The role focuses on dimensional and visual inspection using CMMs and precision tools, ensuring conformity to engineering drawings and customer requirements.

You will set up CMMs, run programs, review results, and perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections while maintaining traceable quality records.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T fundamentals.
• Experience performing CMM inspections in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Documenting inspection results with accuracy and traceability.
• Ability to communicate measurements and quality concerns clearly.

Responsabilités

• Set up and operate CMM equipment to inspect parts against engineering drawings and specifications.
• Run approved CMM programs, review measurement results, and identify out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Perform receiving, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Use micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and customer requirements.
• Verify part identification, revision levels, and required inspection documentation.
• Record inspection results accurately and maintain traceable quality records.
• Identify, document, and communicate nonconforming material according to established procedures.
• Collaborate with machinists, manufacturing engineers, and quality personnel to resolve dimensional issues.
• Verify measuring equipment calibration status before use.
• Support first article inspections and corrective action investigations as needed.

Connaissances

CMM operation

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint reading

Metrology

Precision measuring

Documentation

Team collaboration

Formation

High school diploma

Technical training in metrology

Outils

PC-DMIS

Calypso

Description du poste

We are searching for a detail-oriented CMM / Quality Inspector to join one of our precision manufacturing clients. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced inspector who enjoys working with complex components, interpreting engineering drawings, and ensuring products meet customer requirements.

Position Summary

The CMM / Quality Inspector will perform dimensional and visual inspections of manufactured components using coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), precision measuring instruments, and established inspection procedures. This individual will support receiving, in-process, and final inspections while documenting results and communicating quality concerns to manufacturing and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

Set up and operate CMM equipment to inspect parts against engineering drawings and specifications.

Run approved CMM programs, review measurement results, and identify out-of-tolerance conditions.

Perform receiving, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.

Use micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring instruments.

Interpret blueprints, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and customer requirements.

Verify part identification, revision levels, and required inspection documentation.

Record inspection results accurately and maintain traceable quality records.

Identify, document, and communicate nonconforming material according to established procedures.

Collaborate with machinists, manufacturing engineers, and quality personnel to resolve dimensional issues.

Verify measuring equipment calibration status before use.

Support first article inspections and corrective action investigations as needed.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in machining, metrology, or quality inspection is preferred.

Previous CMM and quality inspection experience in a precision manufacturing environment.

Experience setting up and operating CMM equipment.

Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret GD&T.

Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and dimensional inspection methods.

Understanding of tolerances, datum references, and inspection setups.

Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.

Ability to communicate inspection findings clearly and work collaboratively with production teams.

Basic computer proficiency for entering inspection data and preparing reports.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with CMM software such as PC-DMIS, Calypso, or an equivalent platform.

Ability to develop, edit, or troubleshoot CMM programs.

Experience inspecting aerospace, medical device, or other tightly toleranced components.

Familiarity with first article inspection documentation, including AS9102 where applicable.

Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems.

Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and gauge repeatability and reproducibility studies.