CMM Programmer

The HEICO Companies, LLC; Hampshire Township (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Sick Time (40 hrs)

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with employer match

Education reimbursement program

Relocation assistance

Climate-controlled facility

On-site break areas and refreshments

Job summary

The HEICO Companies, LLC is seeking a CMM Programmer to develop and optimize CMM programs using PC‑DMIS from SolidWorks models and drawings. You will document measurements for First Article Inspections, update Excel databases, and perform mechanical and visual inspections to support quality within a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment.

Collaborating with QA, CNC, design engineering, and production teams, you will contribute to continuous improvement and apply GD&T and AS9102

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• PC-DMIS certification/experience preferred.
• Strong GD&T knowledge and ability to interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Create CMM programs from SolidWorks models and drawings.
• Document measurements for First Article Inspections (AS9102).
• Update and manage Excel databases for quality data.
• Perform mechanical and visual inspections and final inspections.
• Participate in root-cause investigations and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with QA, CNC programmers, design engineering, and production.

Skills

PC‑DMIS

GDT/AS9100

Interpret drawings

Excel/Office

CMM programming

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PC-DMIS

SolidWorks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The CMM Programmer is responsible for performing inspections and supporting data analysis. Effectively documents and communicates results in a timely fashion to maintain uninterrupted movement within the Manufacturing process. Individual shall also work closely with Quality Assurance, CNC Programmers, Design Engineering, MFG Production & Braze/Special Process to ensure that all inspections are thoroughly completed.

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus!

The CMM Programmer is responsible for performing inspections and supporting data analysis. Effectively documents and communicates results in a timely fashion to maintain uninterrupted movement within the Manufacturing process. Individual shall also work closely with Quality Assurance, CNC Programmers, Design Engineering, MFG Production & Braze/Special Process to ensure that all inspections are thoroughly completed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strive towards a culture of proactive safety.
• Create CMM programs with PC-DMIS software (From Solidworks models, drawings & applicable documents)
• Document measurements required for First Article Inspections / AS9102
• Updating & Managing Microsoft Excel databases
• Mechanical, Visual & Final Inspections
• Recommend new metrology based technologies towards improving our overall capabilities
• Complete quality related and continuous improvement project work
• Participate in investigations of root cause and corrective actions / implement preventative actions
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Level 1, 2 and/or 3 PC-DMIS Certification - Preferred
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT)
• Interpret Technical Drawing and Specifications towards Programming
• Spatial Awareness of basic machining practices & CMM Setups
• Understanding of Statistical Process Controls / AS9103
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing - Preferred
• Ability to navigate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc)

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Additional 40 hours of Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Competitive 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
• Education reimbursement program for professional development
• Relocation assistance for eligible roles
• Climate-controlled facility
• Subsidized vending and on-site break areas
• Complimentary coffee and refreshments
• Clean, modern work environment with advanced equipment and technology
• Opportunities for career growth within a stable, growing aerospace manufacturing organization

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift.
• Ability to frequently use hands and fingers to operate machine controls, tools, and measuring instruments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and components weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as required to load, unload, and inspect parts and equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
• Ability to visually inspect parts, interpret and read blueprints, technical drawings, work instructions, and use gauges, and measuring devices.
• Ability to distinguish colors, dimensions, and surface defects when performing quality inspections.
• Ability to hear and communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely operate equipment in a fast-paced production setting while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, and other equipment as required.
• Ability to work in an environment with exposure to machine noise, metal chips, cutting fluids, lubricants, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and work scheduled shifts, including overtime as required.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to moving mechanical equipment.
• Frequent interaction with machine tools, raw materials, and finished products.
• Compliance with all company safety policies, housekeeping requirements, and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention practices.
• Required use of appropriate PPE and adherence to all safety procedures.

Essential Functions Disclaimer:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

ABOUT HEICO:

Heico has a history of success. Since its founding over 40 years ago The Heico Companies has grown from a single business to over 80 separate companies through a strategic acquisition policy, and by reinvesting its earnings into internal growth and new prospects. Historically talented at restoring distressed companies, Heico now strategically targets acquisitions that will complement its ever-growing portfolio of companies in manufacturing, construction, and industrial services.

These four core operations are organized into groups: Metal Processing Group, Construction Solutions Group, Applied Solutions Group, and Industrial Technologies Group. Once acquired, new Heico companies are assigned to a group and run on a stand-alone basis, allowing for great independence as well as the opportunity to share knowledge about markets, production processes, and management practices across other Heico groups and companies. Each Group has its own corporate team.

Heico continues to seek out new opportunities and maintain its standard of success. The Heico Companies has remained a privately held company since its creation and maintains a majority ownership in each of its operations, which generates more than $3.3 billion dollars in revenues. Many of our businesses are certified Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBE).

More information about the holding company and overall organization can be found at www.heicocompanies.com.