Senior CMM Programmer/Operator: Metrology Lead

Great-Hire; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Great Hire is seeking a senior CMM metrology specialist to lead and optimize CMM programs for aluminum die casting parts. You will interpret GD&T, guide cross-functional teams, and ensure adherence to tight tolerances throughout inspection workflows.

The ideal candidate brings 5–7 years of hands-on experience, advanced PC-DMIS/Calypso skills, and a strong background in ISO 9001/IATF 16949 quality systems, SPC/MSA, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred.
• 5–7 years hands‑on experience programming and operating CMMs.
• Advanced proficiency in PC-DMIS, Calypso, or equivalent CMM software.
• Expert‑level understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and blueprint reading.
• Experience with SPC, MSA, and corrective action processes.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and other quality systems.
• Familiarity with statistical tools and digital inspection reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead creation, modification, and optimization of CMM programs based on 3D CAD models and drawings.
• Perform and oversee FAI, in-process measurements, and final inspections on aluminum die cast parts, tools, and fixtures.
• Interpret complex GD&T specs to ensure tight tolerances are met.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production to support design validation and CP/PPK studies.
• Train and mentor junior CMM operators and establish programming standards.
• Develop and maintain inspection reports, work instructions, and calibration records.
• Evaluate new metrology technologies to enhance inspection capabilities.
• Serve as SME for CMM operations during audits, PPAP submissions, and internal reviews.

Skills

CMM programming

CMM software expertise

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

Quality systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949)

SPC / MSA

leadership & mentoring

Education

Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology or Metrology

Technical certification in Metrology

Tools

PC-DMIS

Calypso

Zeiss CMMs

Mitutoyo CMMs

Hexagon CMMs

Q-DAS

Minitab

Job description

Great Hire is seeking a senior CMM metrology specialist to lead and optimize CMM programs for aluminum die casting parts. You will interpret GD&T, guide cross-functional teams, and ensure adherence to tight tolerances throughout inspection workflows.

The ideal candidate brings 5–7 years of hands-on experience, advanced PC-DMIS/Calypso skills, and a strong background in ISO 9001/IATF 16949 quality systems, SPC/MSA, and mentoring junior staff.