Quality Specialist III / CMM Programmer

Morgan Advanced Materials; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Quarterly bonus opportunity

Job summary

Morgan Advanced Materials is seeking a Quality Specialist III / CMM Programmer to validate product conformance and program coordinate measuring machines. You will set up CMMs, perform first-article and production inspections, interpret complex drawings, and provide technical guidance on measurement methods.

The role requires advanced CMM programming (PC-DMIS+) and GD&T proficiency, with mentoring responsibilities and opportunities to improve inspection efficiency across the team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of mechanical inspection experience with standard and complex inspection practices.
• Advanced CMM measurement, setup and programming capability; PC-DMIS+ and multi-sensor OGP programming experience required.
• Advanced print reading and inspection methodology with a strong ASME Y14.5 and GD&T understanding.
• Ability to evaluate product conformance using inspection reports and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to determine sampling plans statistically and document results clearly.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently with changing priorities.
• Precision manufacturing inspection experience preferred; ceramics experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up and run CMM inspection systems including PC-DMIS+ and OGP multi-sensor setups.
• Perform advanced mechanical inspection using approved sampling plans or 100% inspection techniques.
• Conduct first-article and production inspections and evaluate conformance from CMM reports and measurements.
• Interpret drawings and ASME Y14.5 GD&T requirements for inspections.
• Review customer quality requirements, specs and inspection documentation.
• Set up and operate additional inspection equipment (comparators, micrometers, profilometers, lasers, indicators, microscopes).
• Troubleshoot inspection issues and document results accurately.
• Determine sampling plans using statistical methods.
• Provide guidance to operators and quality staff on measurement techniques.
• Identify opportunities to improve inspection efficiency and reduce waste.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T knowledge

Print reading

Statistical sampling

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PC-DMIS+

Multi-sensor OGP systems

Job description

Overview

Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.

We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.

The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer‑specific technical challenges.

Key Figures:Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

About the Role

The Quality Specialist III / CMM Programmer is an advanced inspection and metrology role responsible for validating product conformance and programming, setting up and operating coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and other computer‑driven inspection equipment. This position works with little to no supervision, performs first‑article and production inspections, interprets complex drawings and GD&T requirements, troubleshoots inspection issues and provides technical guidance to other employees on inspection and measurement methods.

What You'll Do

• Program, set up and run manual and computer‑controlled CMM inspection systems, including PC-DMIS+, and multi‑sensor OGP measuring systems.
• Perform advanced mechanical inspection using approved sampling plans or 100% inspection techniques in accordance with customer and internal quality requirements.
• Perform and verify first‑article and production inspections and evaluate product conformance using CMM reports and manual measurements.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications in accordance with ASME Y14.5, including advanced GD&T, tolerances and features.
• Review customer quality requirements, specifications, purchase‑order requirements and applicable inspection documentation.
• Set up and operate additional precision inspection equipment such as comparators, micrometers, profilometers, laser micrometers, indicators and microscopes as applicable.
• Troubleshoot inspection, measurement and product‑conformance issues and accurately document inspection results.
• Determine appropriate sampling plans using statistical methods.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to machine operators and Quality personnel on measuring techniques, inspection methods and equipment use.
• Identify opportunities to improve inspection efficiency, measurement effectiveness, cost and waste.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One to two years of mechanical inspection experience using standard and complex inspection practices and measuring instruments.
• Advanced CMM measurement, setup and programming capability; PC-DMIS+ and multi‑sensor OGP programming experience is required for this position.
• Advanced print reading and inspection methodology with a strong understanding of ASME Y14.5 and GD&T.
• Ability to evaluate product conformance using inspection reports, manual measurements and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to statistically determine sampling plans and accurately document inspection results.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while managing changing priorities and deadlines.
• Precision manufacturing inspection experience is preferred; ceramics experience is a plus.

Why Join Morgan?

• Medical, dental and vision coverage beginning on the first day of regular full‑time employment.
• 401(k), vacation, holiday and sick time.
• Life insurance, disability coverage and Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for training and advancement.
• Eligibility for the applicable quarterly bonus plan for hourly employees.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of the pre‑employment physical, drug/alcohol testing and criminal background investigation is required following an offer of employment.
• This position requires access to information subject to ITAR, EAR and NRC requirements. Applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by 22 CFR 120.15.
• Morgan Advanced Materials celebrates diversity at all levels of our organization and is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week; overtime and holidays as business needs require

Employment Type: Full‑Time, Non‑Exempt / Hourly

Pay Range: $30.00-$39.00 per hour, depending on experience

Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Ind-1