CMM Programmer

Schaller Group; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaller Group in Chesterfield, MI is seeking a on-site CMM Programmer. You will program, set up, and operate CMMs to inspect parts per engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer requirements, supporting root-cause analysis for quality issues.

In this role you will develop and optimize CMM programs, document results, and maintain inspection records while collaborating with quality, engineering, and production teams to drive process improvements and ensure calibration of gauges and measurement

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency with measurement tools and techniques, including gauges.
• Experience with inspection processes and quality control in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of calibration procedures and maintaining measurement equipment accuracy.
• Hands-on programming and operation of CMM equipment (PC-DMIS or similar).
• Ability to read blueprints, GD&T, and engineering specifications.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in automotive, aerospace, or precision machining preferred.
• Relevant technical certificate or associate degree in manufacturing or engineering technology.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CMMs to inspect parts per drawings and specs.
• Develop and optimize CMM programs and document results.
• Support root-cause analysis for quality issues.
• Maintain inspection records and ensure gauges are calibrated.
• Collaborate with quality, engineering, and production teams to improve processes.

Skills

Measurement tools

Inspection QC

Calibration

Reading blueprints & GD&T

Attention to detail

Cross-functional teamwork

Automotive/aerospace/precision

Associate degree/technical cert

Education

Associate degree in manufacturing/engineering tech

Tools

PC-DMIS

Job description

Company Description

Schaller Group delivers precision metal forming, machining, and assembly solutions for the automotive, aerospace, and commercial industries. The company operates six facilities that support the full manufacturing lifecycle, from prototyping through high-volume production. Schaller Group partners closely with clients to translate complex designs into high-quality, reliable components. Team members work in an environment focused on technical excellence, continuous improvement, and meeting demanding industry standards.

Role Description

The CMM Programmer is a full-time, on-site role based in Chesterfield, MI. This role is responsible for programming, setting up, and operating coordinate measuring machines (CMM) to inspect parts and assemblies according to engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements. Day-to-day tasks include developing and optimizing CMM programs, performing dimensional inspections, documenting and reporting measurement results, and supporting root-cause analysis for quality issues. The role also involves collaborating with quality, engineering, and production teams to improve processes, ensuring calibration and proper use of gauges and measurement tools, and maintaining inspection records in accordance with company and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency with measurement tools and techniques, including Measurements and Gauges.
• Experience with Inspection processes and Quality Control in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Calibration procedures and maintaining measurement equipment accuracy.
• Hands‑on experience programming and operating CMM equipment (e.g., PC‑DMIS or similar software).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering specifications.
• Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and strong problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Previous experience in automotive, aerospace, or precision machining preferred.
• Relevant technical certificate or associate degree in manufacturing, engineering technology, or a related field is beneficial.