CMM Programmer

Wanner International Ltd; Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Wanner International Ltd in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a skilled CMM specialist to lead the CMM process, program, and inspection activities, ensuring accurate and repeatable measurements across production.

The role requires a technical degree in Quality/Metrology and at least 5 years of CMM programming experience, preferably with Zeiss Calypso, plus the ability to train others. Compensation is $38–$48 per hour, with full-time hours and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent in Quality, Metrology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of CMM programming and quality inspection experience.
• Experience programming in Zeiss Calypso or ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and standardize CMM processes, programming standards, and measurement practices.
• Develop, program, and optimize CMM inspection routines for production needs.
• Perform incoming and first article inspections per drawings and GD&T.
• Enter inspection results and manage NCRs and quality documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Training/mentoring

Education

Technical degree or equivalent in Quality/Metrology

Tools

Zeiss Calypso

uniPoint quality system

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Minneapolis, MN 55403

Salary Range: $38.00 - $48.00 Hourly

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

1. CMM Process Leadership, Training, and Standardization

• Serve as the subject matter expert for CMM programming and inspection methodology.
• Lead and improve the overall CMM process, including best practices, programming standards, inspection strategy, revision control, and measurement consistency.
• Coach, train, and support CMM and inspection personnel to ensure proper technique, consistent results, and efficient use of equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement for CMM utilization, cycle time, repeatability, and measurement system performance.

2. CMM Programming and Operation

• Develop, program, and optimize CMM inspection routines to support production and inspection needs.
• Set up fixturing, probes, and inspection sequences to ensure accurate and repeatable measurement results.
• Troubleshoot CMM programs and measurement issues and implement improvements.
• Maintain CMM programs, associated documentation, and inspection methods, including updates and revision control.
• Maintain CMM equipment and related accessories to support consistent performance and reliable inspection results.

3. Incoming and First Article Inspection

• Perform incoming and first article inspections per drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T to ensure correct inspection planning and execution.
• Use appropriate metrology tools and test equipment to validate product conformance.

4. Inspection Documentation and Quality Records

• Enter inspection results accurately and on time in the uniPoint system (or equivalent).
• Generate nonconformance reports (NCRs) and support documentation of inspection findings.
• Review, organize, and file material certifications and other quality documentation to support traceability and compliance.

QualificationsEducation and Experience Requirements:

• Technical degree, certification, or equivalent experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Metrology, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in CMM programming and quality inspection in a manufacturing environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience programming and operating a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM).
• Experience programming in Zeiss Calypso (preferred) or the ability to quickly learn Calypso if experienced with similar CMM software.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and inspection specifications.
• Proven experience training, coaching, or mentoring others on metrology equipment and inspection methods.
• Working knowledge of common inspection tools and measurement equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, repeatable inspection results.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations.
• Basic computer proficiency, including MS Office and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting ISO-based Quality Management Systems (QMS) and controlled documentation practices.
• Experience generating and supporting nonconformance documentation and disposition workflows.
• Experience with uniPoint (or similar quality systems).