CMM Programmer

Pace Industries, LLC; North Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pace Industries, LLC in North Billerica, MA is seeking an experienced CMM Programmer to create, optimize, and troubleshoot complex CMM programs using 3D CAD models and GD&T specifications.

In this role you will conduct First Article Inspections, perform capability studies, and prepare concise data packages to support PPAP requirements, while collaborating with engineering and production teams to interpret results and ensure ongoing quality of manufactured parts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on CMM programming experience, with demonstrated mastery of PC-DMIS software.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, with a fundamental understanding of GD&T.
• Strong familiarity with manufacturing quality systems, SPC, control plans, and PPAP workflows.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication; able to interact across all plant levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office for report generation and data tracking.

Responsibilities

• Program Development: Create, optimize, and troubleshoot complex CMM programs using CAD models, drawings, and geometric specifications.
• Quality Documentation: Conduct detailed FAIs and capability studies; compile data packages for PPAP.
• Precision Measurement: Take critical dimensional measurements using gauges, fixtures, micrometers, and calipers.
• Data Interpretation: Interpret inspection results and SPC data; communicate variations to engineering and production teams.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Participate in project kick-offs to provide quality input for new products; communicate layout data with vendors and customers.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure proper operation, calibration tracking, and safety of CMM equipment and tools.

Skills

CMM programming

PC-DMIS

GD&T

Inspection data analysis

MS Office

Tools

PC-DMIS software

CMM equipment

Job description

• Program Development: Create, optimize, and troubleshoot complex CMM programs using 3D CAD models, part drawings, and geometric specifications.
• Quality Documentation: Conduct detailed First Article Inspections (FAI) and capability studies; compile and present clear, concise data packages to support customer PPAP requirements.
• Precision Measurement: Take critical dimensional measurements utilizing standard precision layout tools, including gauges, fixtures, micrometers, and calipers.
• Data Interpretation: Interpret complex inspection results and statistical data (SPC), communicating variations or deviations clearly to the engineering and production teams.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Participate actively in project kick-off meetings to provide quality insight during new product introductions. Manage technical communication regarding layout data for internal and external vendor/customer relations.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure proper operation, calibration tracking, and safety compliance of all CMM equipment and precision measurement tools.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Program Development: Create, optimize, and troubleshoot complex CMM programs using 3D CAD models, part drawings, and geometric specifications.
• Quality Documentation: Conduct detailed First Article Inspections (FAI) and capability studies; compile and present clear, concise data packages to support customer PPAP requirements.
• Precision Measurement: Take critical dimensional measurements utilizing standard precision layout tools, including gauges, fixtures, micrometers, and calipers.
• Data Interpretation: Interpret complex inspection results and statistical data (SPC), communicating variations or deviations clearly to the engineering and production teams.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Participate actively in project kick-off meetings to provide quality insight during new product introductions. Manage technical communication regarding layout data for internal and external vendor/customer relations.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure proper operation, calibration tracking, and safety compliance of all CMM equipment and precision measurement tools.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Technical Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on CMM programming experience, with demonstrated mastery of PC-DMIS software (programming from CAD models is highly preferred).
• Blueprints & GD&T: Proficient in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, with a fundamental understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) principles.
• Quality Systems: Strong familiarity with manufacturing quality systems, SPC (Statistical Process Control), control plans, and PPAP workflows.
• Communication: Strong command of written and verbal English; ability to interact confidently across all levels of the plant, from production floor associates to corporate leadership.
• Software: High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) for report generation and data tracking.

You Should Be Proficient In

• GD&T
• Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement

Machines & Technologies You'll Use

• pcdims