CMM Programmer - ZEISS Calypso & GD&T Specialist

Aspire Talent Solutions; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Talent Solutions in Grove City, Ohio, seeks a skilled CMM Programmer to develop and optimize ZEISS Calypso programs for high-precision parts.

You will support first article and production inspections, interpret blueprints, GD&T, and CAD data, and collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing to drive first-time-right parts.

Candidates should have 3+ years Calypso experience, strong machining knowledge, and a proactive approach in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of ZEISS Calypso programming experience.
• Experience programming and operating CMM equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and CAD data.
• Solid understanding of GD&T and dimensional metrology principles.
• Experience with advanced inspection concepts including profile tolerances, true position, MMC/LMC, and complex geometries.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across Quality, Engineering, and Production.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain high-quality CMM programs using ZEISS Calypso software.
• Program and support inspections on ZEISS Contura CMM equipment with multiple probe configurations.
• Prove out CMM programs, validate results, and make adjustments for accuracy and repeatability.
• Create inspection plans and balloon engineering drawings for dimensional verification.
• Interpret blueprints, CAD models, tolerances, and GD&T callouts to build effective inspection routines.
• Analyze CMM reports, measurement data, and inspection trends to identify issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support First Article Inspections (FAI), PPAP, capability studies, and validation activities to meet customer and internal quality requirements.
• Troubleshoot dimensional nonconformances and collaborate with Machining, Engineering, and Quality teams on root cause analysis.
• Verify fixture setups, alignment strategies, and probing methods for complex components.
• Ensure measurement systems are efficient, repeatable, and aligned with quality standards.
• Assist in reducing inspection cycle times while maintaining measurement integrity.
• Maintain organized program revisions, documentation, and inspection records.
• Support calibration activities and ensure gauges / measuring equipment are used properly.
• Provide technical guidance to inspectors, machinists, and production personnel regarding measurement methods and print interpretation.
• Recommend process improvements that enhance quality, throughput, and manufacturability.

Tools

ZEISS Calypso

Job description

Aspire Talent Solutions in Grove City, Ohio, seeks a skilled CMM Programmer to develop and optimize ZEISS Calypso programs for high-precision parts.

You will support first article and production inspections, interpret blueprints, GD&T, and CAD data, and collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing to drive first-time-right parts.

Candidates should have 3+ years Calypso experience, strong machining knowledge, and a proactive approach in a fast-paced environment.