CMM Programmer & Precision Quality Inspector

reataeandmw; Issaquah (WA, CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunity

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance + LTD

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Reata Engineering & Machine Works in Issaquah seeks a skilled CMM programmer/inspector to independently program CMMs, interpret GD&T, and collaborate with machinists and engineers to ensure first-piece, in-process, final, and first article inspections. You will turn complex prints into reliable inspection strategies and communicate results clearly to support production quality.

This hands-on role combines programming with traditional inspection tasks, emphasizing accuracy, traceability, and

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience independently programming a CMM.
• Experience writing and editing programs in PC-DMIS.
• Strong blueprint-reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Experience inspecting precision-machined components.
• Proficiency with common manual inspection equipment.
• The ability to select an appropriate measurement method based on the print and part geometry.
• Experience reviewing CMM results and investigating questionable or inconsistent data.
• Strong attention to documentation, revision control and traceability.
• The ability to communicate findings clearly with machinists, programmers, engineers and Quality personnel.
• Sound judgment about when to release a part, when to investigate further and when to escape a concern.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, validate and optimize CMM programs.
• Program using PC-DMIS from engineering drawings, CAD models and customer specifications.
• Develop appropriate alignments, datum structures, probe strategies and measurement routines.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, final and First Article Inspections.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings and apply GD&T requirements.
• Analyze CMM data and determine whether results accurately represent the part.
• Create clear setup instructions so programs can be run consistently.
• Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators, bore gauges, thread gauges and other precision equipment.
• Prepare inspection reports and AS9102 First Article documentation.
• Document nonconforming results accurately and communicate them promptly.
• Troubleshoot unexpected measurements, program issues and repeatability problems.
• Help machinists understand inspection results and make informed process adjustments.
• Assist with inspection planning, measurement-method selection and manufacturability reviews.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, program revisions and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve inspection efficiency without compromising accuracy.
• Support Reata’s AS9100 quality-management system and continuous-improvement efforts.

Skills

CMM programming

PC-DMIS

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint reading

Precision inspection

Documentation

Problem solving

Communication

Inspection planning

Tools

AS9100

Job description

Reata Engineering & Machine Works in Issaquah seeks a skilled CMM programmer/inspector to independently program CMMs, interpret GD&T, and collaborate with machinists and engineers to ensure first-piece, in-process, final, and first article inspections. You will turn complex prints into reliable inspection strategies and communicate results clearly to support production quality.

This hands-on role combines programming with traditional inspection tasks, emphasizing accuracy, traceability, and