CMM Technician

Magna-International-6df39721; South Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Exteriors in South Carolina seeks a metrology technician to support CMM programming, data collection and dimensional verification of production parts.

You will read blueprints, perform GR&R studies, generate reports, and collaborate across Quality, Engineering and Production to meet PPAP and ISO/TS16949 requirements. On-site role with safety training and continuous improvement focus.

Qualifications

• Experience with CMM programming and GD&T interpretation.
• Proven ability to generate dimensional reports and data analysis.
• Familiarity with PPAP, GR&R and ISO/TS16949 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Attend all job and safety training as required.
• Operate CMM equipment and generate measurement reports.
• Read blueprints/CAD drawings and interpret GD&T callouts.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering and Production for continuous improvement.
• Prepare data and documentation for PPAP submissions.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T

Metrology

Problem solving

Cross-functional teams

Tools

CMM software

Job description

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection. What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary: The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

Job Responsibilities: MAIN DUTIES:

• Attend all job and safety related training as required.
• Participate in all accident investigations, internal inspections or audits or those conducted by any regulatory agency.
• Do not modify or by-pass any safety-related systems on any equipment or machinery.
• Immediately report any unsafe conditions or unsafe behaviors to your Team Leader, Supervisor or the Department Manager.
• Immediately report any accidents, incidents or near-misses to your Team Leader, Supervisor Department Manager or the Safety Department.
• Complete pre-operational safety checklists prior to operating any equipment or machinery
• Prepare, create, modify and run Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programs.
• Work cross-functionally with various departments, particularly Quality, Engineering, and Production and create self-driven work schedules to meet all CMM/gauging work order requirements on time.
• Create measurement report formats and templates as to make work routines/dimensional layouts efficient during data collection.
• Perform dimensional layouts/inspections and gauge repeatability and reproducibility studies (GR & R) per PPAP launch requirements or Control Plan frequencies using the following precision instruments: Check Fixtures, CMM, taper gauges, micrometers, vernier calipers, scales, etc.
• Prepare/Generate CMM and other dimensional/SPC reports for part trials, PPAP launch submissions, or regular part shipments; articulate in accordance with customer specific requirements and presentational fit.
• Read, understand and interpret automotive blueprints/CAD drawings, GD&T callouts and engineering specifications.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, involving gage design approvals & validation process, and customer master-cubing reviews.
• Perform R&R studies on gages and checking fixtures.
• Conduct analysis and technical problem solving with the Engineering Dept., all manufacturing departments, and customers as needed for nonconforming or poor capability data, in efforts to provide input on action plans necessary to resolve & meet compliance.
• Troubleshoot all CMM technical or software issues readily with appropriate hardware or applications services to maintain CMM operational capacity.
• Train team members as needed on gauging instructions at both on-site and off-site Decostar locations.
• Maintain a keen organization of tools, sign-out systems and work schedule in the CMM lab.
• Ensure housekeeping and that all equipment is identified logged and stored in accordance to procedures(s) for measuring and test equipment; utilize electric-handtruck & fork-lift as needed.
• Coordinate proper receiving & delivery of all metrology gages when shipped out externally.
• Prepare work instructions for the proper loading and unloading of parts onto checking fixtures as well as for their data collection/reporting methods.
• Perform daily dimensional checks of production parts per Control plan frequency.
• Maintain records in accordance to the ISO/TS16949 systems, company procedures and work instructions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success.

That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously.

We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system.

These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements.

Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters.

Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team.

Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools.

All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type: Regular / Permanent Group: Magna Exteriors

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