CMM Programmer: Precision Inspection & Fixture Design

QA1; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 88,828,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Wellness programs & perks

Education reimbursement

Discounts on company products

Climate-controlled manufacturing floor

Job summary

QA1 is seeking a CMM Programmer in Lakeville, MN to join our quality team. You will program CMMs, design fixtures, and validate parts against engineering drawings. The role requires attention to detail, strong measurement skills, and the ability to train others on inspection techniques.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with potential overtime. You will work with Hexagon CMM and OGP Vision systems, contribute to quality reports, and support continuous improvements in a manufacturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary training preferred.
• Five years of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience must include CMM programming and work holding design.
• Experience in programming in PCDMIS for CMM.
• Experience in programming in Zone 3 for OGP Smart Scope Vision System.
• Working knowledge of Solid Works.
• Ability to design and generate 3D printed fixtures.
• Working knowledge of GD&T concepts.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and prints.
• Exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Development fixture/work holding for CMM components and Smart Scope.
• Assist the Quality Engineer with verification of inspection results.
• Document inspection results and complete required quality reports accurately and timely.
• Perform detailed inspections of raw materials, components, and finished products to identify defects or deviations.
• Inspect purchased and manufactured products as assigned.
• Verify manufactured components and assemblies for compliance with engineering specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, prints, and work instructions accurately.
• Use precision measurement tools to verify product dimensions and tolerances.
• Train others on the proper use of inspection tools and equipment, as needed.

Skills

CMM programming

Work holding design

Reading engineering drawings

GD&T concepts

Measurement tools

Training others

ERP systems (Syteline)

CAD software

SolidWorks

3D printed fixtures design

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary training preferred

Tools

PCDMIS

Zone 3

OGP Smart Scope Vision System

ERP Syteline

Job description

QA1 is seeking a CMM Programmer in Lakeville, MN to join our quality team. You will program CMMs, design fixtures, and validate parts against engineering drawings. The role requires attention to detail, strong measurement skills, and the ability to train others on inspection techniques.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with potential overtime. You will work with Hexagon CMM and OGP Vision systems, contribute to quality reports, and support continuous improvements in a manufacturing