Quality Tech/CMM Programmer

Socket.dev; Town of Cambridge (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Valley Machining (CVM) is seeking a Quality Technician/CMM Programmer to write and maintain inspection programs, ensure product adherence to blueprints and standards, and collaborate with teams to optimize inspection methods. The role emphasizes GD&T, precision measurement, and a strong quality-focused mindset.

The successful candidate will work with CMMs and manual inspection tools, perform first article and in-process inspections, and drive corrective actions with engineers and

Qualifications

• Three years of quality inspection experience including at least 1 year of CMM operation and programming.
• At least 1 year of unsupervised open surface plate measurement experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings with strong GD&T understanding.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate multiple CMMs using Zeiss Calypso and Hexagon PCDMIS.
• Analyze blueprints and data to determine inspection procedures and measurement methods.
• Revise CMM programs for efficiency and re-test to verify corrections.

Skills

Quality inspection

GD&T understanding

Reading drawings

Math skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in related technical field

High school diploma

Tools

Zeiss Calypso

Hexagon PCDMIS

Job description

Description

Cambridge Valley Machining (CVM) provides comprehensive design through manufacturing services for startups, Fortune 500 businesses, and other domestic and global customers. CVM is a proud supplier within the Space and the Defense industries. At Cambridge Valley Machining, we recognize that the key to our success is our people. We are a family-owned and operated company.

Requirements

Due to business growth, we are seeking to fill a Quality Technician/CMM Programmer position. Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Tech/CMM Programmer plays a crucial role in manufacturing and quality assurance by writing and maintaining inspection and verification programs and collaborating with team members to optimize inspection methods as well as ensuring product adherence to blueprints, specs, and standards like GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and ISO. The Quality Tech/CMM Programmer works with internal and external suppliers and customers to achieve Quality excellence through proven Quality methods.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct himself or herself in a professional, respectful, and ethical manner at all times; carry out all job responsibilities in accordance with site safety rules and expectations; and actively participate in the innovation and improvement of the site and company.

Responsibilities:

• Programs and operates multiple CMMs using Zeiss Calypso and Hexagon PCDMIS software
• Analyzes and interprets blueprints, data, manuals, and other materials to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustment and certification methods, formulas, and measuring instruments required
• Revises CMM programs to maximize efficiency, and retests programs to check that corrections have been completed
• Monitors CMM operations and equipment to ensure conformance to specifications, and makes necessary adjustments
• Compares computer printouts with original part specifications and blueprints to verify manufacturing accuracy
• Uses measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gages etc. to measure and record dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications
• Performs first article, in-process, and final inspections using the CMM and hand tools as required; records that information appropriately and shares with the appropriate parties
• Understands and follows all in-process and final inspection procedures, taking correct action based on conformance/non-conformance
• Determines disposition of out-of-tolerance product, and follows non-conformance product procedures
• Communicates non-compliant inspection results with operators, and recommends necessary corrective actions
• Monitors, records, and analyzes key metrics as well as test and inspection data
• Coordinates with internal customers to schedule CMM inspections, and maximizes work flow
• Cleans, maintains, repairs, and calibrates measuring instruments and test equipment such as dial indicators, fixed gages, and height gages
• Prepares and reports on defect percentages, averages, and test findings
• Interfaces with Engineers and Machinists to transfer CAD-generated drawings into measurement programs without assistance
• Supports 5S by cleaning machines, tooling, parts, and all associated work areas

Requirements:

• High school degree; Associates degree in related technical field preferred
• Three (3) years’ experience in quality inspection, including a minimum of 1 year of CMM operation and programming and a minimum of 1 year of unsupervised open surface plate measurement experience
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, with a strong understanding of GD&T
• Solid math skills
• Ability to work with others and independently
• Good computer skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to use other inspection and test equipment and interpret results

Must be a citizen of or person admitted lawfully for permanent residence into the United States.

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