CMM Programmer

Michael Page; Naugatuck (CT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI, an employee-owned manufacturer, is seeking a CMM Programmer in Connecticut to develop, validate, and troubleshoot CMM programs for new and existing products.

You will interpret CAD/GD&T, perform first article inspections, Gage R&R, capability studies, and work with Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing to drive process improvements.

This role offers exposure to metrology technologies and opportunities to contribute to defense, medical, and safety market programs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on CMM programming in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to create and modify CMM programs independently, not just operate existing programs.
• Proficiency with PC-DMIS, Calypso, or comparable CMM software.
• Strong GD&T knowledge and ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Experience performing mechanical inspections using precision measurement equipment.
• Familiarity with SPC, capability studies, Gage R&R, CAD models, and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, validate, and troubleshoot CMM programs for new and existing products.
• Program and operate CMM equipment using PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar platforms.
• Interpret complex drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements to plan inspections.
• Perform first article inspections, capability studies, and Gage R&R.
• Analyze dimensional inspection data and propose process improvements.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Tooling to resolve inspection challenges.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T knowledge

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Tools

PC-DMIS

Calypso

Job description

CMM Programmer

Our client is an employee-owned manufacturer with decades of experience supporting highly regulated and technically demanding industries. They offer a collaborative environment where technical professionals play a direct role in quality, innovation, and operational success.

Job Description

Develop, modify, validate, and troubleshoot CMM programs for new and existing products. Program and operate CMM equipment using PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar metrology platforms. Interpret complex engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements to develop inspection strategies. Perform first article inspections, capability studies, Gage R&R studies, and validation activities. Analyze dimensional inspection data and provide recommendations for process improvements. Partner with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Tooling teams to resolve measurement and inspection challenges.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful CMM Programmer should have:

• 3+ years of hands-on CMM programming experience within a manufacturing environment


• Experience creating and modifying CMM programs independently, not simply operating existing programs


• Proficiency with PC-DMIS, Calypso, or comparable CMM software


• Strong GD&T knowledge and ability to interpret complex engineering drawings


• Experience performing mechanical inspections using precision measurement equipment


• Familiarity with SPC, capability studies, Gage R&R, CAD models, and quality systems

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $62,000 to $83,000 per year.


• Permanent position with opportunities to grow in the manufacturing industry.


• Employee-owned company where employees share in company success


• Exposure to advanced metrology technologies and complex manufacturing programs


• Opportunity to support leading customers across medical, defense, and safety markets


• Mix of programming, inspection, troubleshooting, and process improvement responsibilities