CMM Programmer

ARCH; Quakertown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Quarterly bonus program

Career growth & mentorship

Job summary

ARCH Medical Solutions in Quakertown, PA is seeking a skilled CMM Programmer to develop and maintain inspection programs for complex precision parts and medical devices. You will support quality assurance through advanced inspection programming, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Your role requires expertise in CMM software (PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS), GD&T, and measurement systems, with collaboration across Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• 3+ years of CAMM programming/advanced inspection or metrology in precision manufacturing.
• Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience supporting validation activities and quality investigations preferred.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and maintain CMM inspection programs for complex components.
• Set up CMM equipment, fixtures, probes, and alignments for accurate results.
• Modify programs to support production, validation, and NPI.
• Import CAD models to create automated inspection strategies.
• Operate PC-DMIS/Calypso/MCOSMOS and generate inspection reports.
• Support FAI, NCR, MRB, CAPA, and audits.

Skills

CMM programming

Metrology

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Statistical analysis

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology or related

Tools

PC-DMIS

Calypso

MCOSMOS

Job description

ARCH Medical Solutions -Lehigh Valley [Quakertown]
Quakertown, PA 18951, USA

Description

Position Overview

The CMM Programmer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) inspection programs used to verify complex precision-machined components and medical devices. This position supports quality assurance activities through advanced inspection programming, measurement analysis, validation activities, continuous improvement initiatives, and collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams.

The CMM Programmer serves as a technical resource for dimensional inspection processes and supports compliance with customer, regulatory, and quality system requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Inspection Programming & Metrology

• Develop, validate, and maintain CMM inspection programs for complex components and assemblies.
• Set up CMM equipment, fixtures, probes, and part alignments to ensure accurate inspection results.
• Perform program modifications and improvements to support production, validation, and new product introduction activities.
• Import and align CAD models to develop automated inspection strategies.
• Operate and support CMM software platforms including PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS, or similar metrology software.
• Generate and maintain inspection reports and supporting documentation.

Quality & Compliance

• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and validation studies.
• Participate in Gage R&R studies and measurement system analysis activities.
• Support customer quality requirements and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Assist with NCR, MRB, CAPA, and root cause investigations.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
• Maintain compliance with applicable FDA, ISO, and quality system requirements.

Process Improvement & Technical Support

• Analyze inspection results and statistical data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support SPC and process capability initiatives.
• Recommend improvements to inspection methods, fixturing, and measurement techniques.
• Provide fixture and gage design input to improve measurement accuracy and repeatability.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to resolve dimensional and process-related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement within inspection and metrology processes.

What We’re Looking For

• Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, Quality Assurance, Precision Measurement, or a related discipline preferred. OR Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and experience may be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in CAMM programming, advanced inspection, or metrology within a precision manufacturing environment.
• Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience supporting validation activities, first article inspections, and quality investigations preferred.
• Advanced understanding of blueprint reading and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong knowledge of precision measurement principles and inspection methodologies.
• Proficiency using calipers, micrometers, indicators, bore gauges, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Experience with CMM setup, probe qualification, calibration, and fixture alignment.
• Proficiency with PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS, or equivalent software.
• Ability to develop new CMM inspection programs and optimize existing programs.
• Knowledge of SPC, data analysis, and measurement system analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with validation protocols, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Clean, well-lit, temperature-controlled manufacturing facility
• A place where continuous learning is encouraged
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Fast-paced and innovation-driven
• Recognizes and celebrates contributions

Schedule

• Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Optional overtime on Saturdays (as needed)
• Paid time off & company holidays
• Competitive 401(k) with company match
• Quarterly bonus program
• Opportunity for career growth, training, and mentorship

Why Join ARCH?

• Be part of a company that directly impacts patient care worldwide
• Work in a modern CNC manufacturing environment
• Grow your career with a company that invests in its people
• Join a team that values quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement

ARCH Global Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employee and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of ARCH Global Holdings are employed on an at-will basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

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