CMM Programmer

JMJ PHILLIP; Macomb Township (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Wellness programs

Professional development

Climate-controlled facility

Advanced metrology equipment

Job summary

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking a CMM Programmer to support metrology and quality operations by programming and operating CMM equipment, performing dimensional inspections, and ensuring products meet engineering specifications.

The role requires strong GD&T knowledge, experience reading drawings, and collaboration with engineering, production, and quality teams to maintain exceptional product quality in a climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience programming and operating CMM equipment using PC-DMIS.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and reading engineering drawings.
• Experience performing dimensional inspections in a manufacturing environment.
• Analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Program, operate, and maintain CMM equipment to support inspection and production requirements.
• Develop and optimize inspection programs for new and existing products.
• Ensure accurate measurement processes and consistent inspection results.
• Support PPAP activities, capability studies, process validation, and layout inspections.
• Analyze inspection data and communicate findings to engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Assist in maintaining calibration systems and metrology documentation.
• Investigate dimensional discrepancies and support root cause analysis.
• Recommend corrective actions to improve product quality and manufacturing processes.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inspection efficiency and quality performance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to metrology team members.
• Share best practices for measurement techniques, GD&T interpretation, and inspection methods.
• Support training efforts to strengthen departmental capabilities.
• Work closely with engineering, production, tooling, and quality teams to resolve product and process issues.
• Participate in product launches and support inspection planning for new programs.
• Communicate technical findings clearly and effectively across departments.

Skills

PC-DMIS software

GD&T

Engineering drawings reading

Dimensional inspection

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Task prioritization

Tools

PC-DMIS software

Job description

We are seeking a CMM Programmer to support metrology and quality operations by programming and operating Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) equipment, performing dimensional inspections, and ensuring products meet engineering specifications and quality standards. This role is ideal for an experienced metrology professional who enjoys precision measurement, problem-solving, and collaborating with manufacturing and quality teams to maintain exceptional product quality.

Position Responsibilities

CMM Programming & Operation

• Program, operate, and maintain CMM equipment to support inspection and production requirements.
• Develop and optimize inspection programs for new and existing products.
• Ensure accurate measurement processes and consistent inspection results.

Dimensional Inspection

• Perform detailed dimensional inspections of manufactured components using CMM equipment and other precision measuring instruments.
• Verify product conformance to engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and customer specifications.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.

Quality Assurance

• Support PPAP activities, capability studies, process validation, and layout inspections.
• Analyze inspection data and communicate findings to engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Assist in maintaining calibration systems and metrology documentation.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Investigate dimensional discrepancies and support root cause analysis.
• Recommend corrective actions to improve product quality and manufacturing processes.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inspection efficiency and quality performance.

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to metrology and quality team members.
• Share best practices for measurement techniques, GD&T interpretation, and inspection methods.
• Support training efforts to strengthen departmental capabilities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, production, tooling, and quality teams to resolve product and process issues.
• Participate in product launches and support inspection planning for new programs.
• Communicate technical findings clearly and effectively across departments.

Prerequisites

• Experience programming and operating CMM equipment using PC-DMIS or equivalent software.
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience performing dimensional inspections in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)

• Certified Quality Inspector (CQI).
• Certified Quality Technician (CQT).
• GD&T Certification.
• PC-DMIS or CMM programming certification.
• ASQ quality certifications or related metrology training.

What the Role Offers

• Salary range: $75,000 – $80,000 annually.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and company holidays.
• Wellness programs and employee assistance benefits.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Modern, climate-controlled manufacturing environment with advanced metrology equipment.

Why Macomb?

Macomb offers a strong manufacturing and engineering community with opportunities to work alongside skilled professionals using advanced manufacturing and metrology technologies. The area provides a balanced lifestyle, affordable living, and excellent opportunities for career growth within a thriving industrial region.