Senior CMM Programmer & Metrology Specialist

Tennant Company; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 61,700 - 93,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 6%

Paid vacation

Company holidays

Dental and vision coverage

Wellness rewards

Disability and life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Tennant Company is seeking a Senior CMM Technician to develop, maintain, and generate CMM programs to inspect production materials and components. You will review blueprints to define inspection criteria and collaborate with engineering to ensure precision and quality.

The role emphasizes training others and leading metrology activities in a lean manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting CMM programs, maintaining SOPs, and driving continuous improvement in inspection

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related technical field preferred or 5–10 years of related experience
• Knowledge of ANSI/ASME, ISO, and GD&T
• Familiarity with Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques
• Proficient with PC-DMIS
• Experience with PolyWorks preferred
• Knowledge of data analysis techniques (histograms, pie and bar charts, control panels)
• Applies mastery level of inspection skills
• Uses inspection tools (micrometers, calipers, thread gauges) to measure parts accurately
• Adapts/drafts advanced procedures and equipment for special inspection needs
• Reads engineering drawings and interprets GD&T usage
• Researches and implements new inspection software and equipment
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships; adapts communication style
• Uses PC/inspection software and calibration software to track tools
• PC skills navigate SAP production reporting
• Ability to perform First Article Inspections (FAIs) using setup tools

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints and specifications to establish inspection criteria
• Determine program requirements based on design and engineering
• Conduct quality control inspections
• Use calipers and micrometers for measurements
• Ensure CMM and calibration status
• Encode proper code lines into the CMM
• Provide process improvement for CMM programming and calibration
• Create drawings and plans for parts for replication
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineers on CMM output
• Train team on inspection equipment and techniques
• Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop and maintain SOPs for inspection processes
• Troubleshoot CMM programs and equipment
• Serve as SME for CMM programming and metrology
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Mathematical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Associate degree or higher, preferred

5–10 years related experience

Tools

PC-DMIS

PolyWorks

SAP

Job description

Tennant Company is seeking a Senior CMM Technician to develop, maintain, and generate CMM programs to inspect production materials and components. You will review blueprints to define inspection criteria and collaborate with engineering to ensure precision and quality.

The role emphasizes training others and leading metrology activities in a lean manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting CMM programs, maintaining SOPs, and driving continuous improvement in inspection