CMM Programmer

American Rheinmetall Vehicles; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall Vehicles is seeking a CMM Programmer to program and operate CMMs (Leica) and portable CMMs with Polyworks software. The role involves approving first-piece and final inspections to ensure dimensional accuracy in production for milled and welded parts.

Key requirements include GD&T, blueprint reading, and experience with precision metrology tools. Strong data collection and problem‑solving skills are essential for PPAP compliance and quality control.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to interpret instructions and diagrams.
• Experience reading blueprints and tolerances for milled/fabricated weldments.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO14001 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops, qualifies, and maintains CMM programs.
• Inspects and approves first piece at start of production.
• Inspects and approves final inspections prior to delivery.
• Reviews and refines data collection per drawings and PPAP requirements.
• Participates in corrective and preventive actions and Gage R&R studies.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T

Inspection reporting

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Education

High School Diploma

3-5 years related experience

Tools

Leica CMM

Polyworks

Job description

CMM Programmer

American Rheinmetall

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Job Summary:

Program and operate (CMM) coordinate measuring machines including Leica with scanning technology, and other portable CMM's with use of Polyworks software. Approves the start of production through dimensional measurement of sample parts.

Essential Functions:

• Develops, qualifies, and maintains CMM programs.
• Inspects and approves first piece at start of production.
• Inspects and approves final inspections prior to delivery.
• Reads blueprints to determine specifications and tolerances for a variety of milled, and fabricated weldments.
• Ensures that containment activities take place when discrepancies are identified.
• Work with Production leads to relay and interpret inspection findings.
• Review and refine data collection requirements according to customer drawings, models, work orders, purchase orders, sketches and PPAP requirements.
• Participates in the corrective action and preventative action processes.
• Participates in Gage R & R Studies.
• Utilizes a wide variety of inspection tools to complete dimensional reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing)

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram format.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• The ability displayed and accuracy of work produced, meeting company standards, and requiring little to no rework.
• Searches out new tasks and expands their ability to perform assigned tasks without direct supervision.
• Punctuality and attendance.
• Willingness and cooperativeness with co-workers and supervisors; ability to accept constructive criticism.
• Follow quality environmental policies and have knowledge of AS9100 and IS14001.
• Follow safety procedures, security protocol, and wear proper PPE.

Education:

• High School Diploma and three to five years related experience. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

• Three to five years related experience.
• GD&T experience for print reading.
• Basic caliper, micrometer, and bore gage knowledge.

Background Prerequisites:

• Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of AS9100 and IS14001

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

With or without reasonable accommodations, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee may occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.