CMM Programmer & Measurement Systems Specialist

Warren Rupp, Inc.; Mansfield (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Warren Rupp, Inc. in Mansfield, OH seeks a detail-oriented CMM Programmer to develop, maintain, and improve measurement processes.

You will ensure accurate, repeatable inspections and collaborate with Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Quality to reduce bottlenecks and support new product launches. Responsibilities include creating and validating CMM programs, defining inspection strategies, training operators, performing first article and capability studies, and using GD&T principles to

Qualifications

• Experience with CMM programming and dimensional inspection.
• Ability to define inspection strategies and work with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of GD&T principles and measurement standards.
• Experience with first article inspections and capability studies.

Responsibilities

• Create, validate, improve, and maintain CMM programs to ensure accurate and efficient inspections.
• Establish and follow standard programming methods, templates, reporting practices, and revision controls.
• Maintain an organized and controlled program library.
• Improve program efficiency and inspection cycle times while maintaining accuracy.
• Standardize fixturing and measurement approaches.
• Support CAD-based and offline programming when needed.
• Develop simple inspection routines, instructions, and fixturing for operators.
• Train and qualify operators to run approved CMM programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Organizational skills

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Primary Function

Develop, maintain, and improve CMM programs and dimensional inspection processes. Make sure measurement systems are accurate, repeatable, and efficient to support production, quality, and new product launches. Own CMM programming standards, inspection strategies, and operator-driven inspection capabilities while working closely with Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Quality to reduce inspection bottlenecks and improve overall flow.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

CMM Programming & Program Management

• Create, validate, improve, and maintain CMM programs to ensure accurate and efficient inspections.
• Establish and follow standard programming methods, templates, reporting practices, and revision controls.
• Maintain an organized and controlled program library.
• Improve program efficiency and inspection cycle times while maintaining accuracy.
• Standardize fixturing and measurement approaches.
• Support CAD-based and offline programming when needed.

Production Audits & Inspection Strategy

• Develop and maintain inspection schedules based on product risk, process capability, and quality history.
• Define inspection frequencies and sampling requirements.
• Work with Engineering and Production to identify critical product characteristics.
• Establish clear escalation paths when dimensional issues are found.

Operator Driven Inspection

• Develop simple inspection routines, instructions, and fixturing that can be used by trained operators.
• Train and qualify operators to run approved CMM programs.
• Maintain qualification and competency records.
• Implement safeguards and controls to prevent inspection errors.
• Transition appropriate routine inspections to trained operators when practical.

First Article & Measurement Capability

• Perform and support first article inspections, capability studies, and investigations to verify product and process requirements.
• Support inspection planning for new products, engineering changes, and process improvements.
• Evaluate measurement methods, equipment, and fixturing.
• Apply GD&T principles when developing inspection plans and reviewing results.
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Root Cause & Problem Solving

• Analyze dimensional data and trends to help identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Sourcing to resolve dimensional issues.
• Confirm corrective actions are delivering the intended results.
• Identify recurring issues and drive long-term improvements.

Reporting & Data Management

• Maintain inspection reporting and data analysis tools that improve visibility and decision-making.
• Automate data collection and reporting where practical.
• Track dimensional trends and inspection performance.
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Other Responsibilities

• Support quality system requirements, continuous improvement activities, corrective actions, supplier quality efforts, and employee cross-training.
• Participate in Lean initiatives focused on reducing inspection lead times and eliminating waste.
• Support dimensional investigations involving suppliers.
• Work with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturability and inspection effectiveness.

Competencies

• Analytical skills - ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Communication skills - excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting, training, and collaborating with teams.
• Problem-Solving skills - ability to identify issues, determine root causes, and develop effective solutions.
• Attention to Detail - ability to meticulously review processes, products, and documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Organizational skills - ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.

Process Metrics

• CMM programming turnaround time.
• Audit schedule completion.
• Inspection throughput and cycle time.
• First article completion time.