Senior CMM Programmer (PC-DMIS Level 3)

Cullerton Group; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Holiday Pay

Long-term employment potential

Professional growth

Job summary

Cullerton Group is seeking an experienced CMM Programmer / Quality Engineer to develop and maintain PC-DMIS inspection programs for machined components. You’ll read engineering drawings, interpret GD&T, and optimize CMM sequences to support manufacturing and supplier quality.

This role emphasizes meticulous programming, metrology best practices, and cross‑functional collaboration with engineering, operations, and QA teams in a heavy equipment manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate with hands-on PC-DMIS experience.
• Formal Hexagon PC-DMIS training is required.
• Experience with GD&T and reading CAD drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain PC-DMIS CMM inspection programs.
• Create inspection routines from 3D CAD models and drawings.
• Program and optimize CMM sequences for complex parts.
• Interpret GD&T and ensure conformance to specs.
• Support quality initiatives across manufacturing and suppliers.

Skills

PC-DMIS Level 3 programming

Hexagon PC-DMIS training

GD&T

Reading engineering drawings

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

4+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree + 4+ years

Associate degree + equivalent hands-on

Tools

PolyWorks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power BI

Job description

Duration: 12-Month Contract with Strong Potential for Long-Term Employment

Pay: Up to $42/hour + Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Holiday Pay)

Join an Advanced Manufacturing Team as a CMM Programming Expert

Cullerton Group is seeking an experienced CMM Programmer / Quality Engineer to support manufacturing and supplier quality for a global leader in heavy equipment manufacturing.

This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy precision measurement, metrology, and programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs). You'll play a critical role in ensuring product quality by developing, optimizing, and maintaining inspection programs for machined components while partnering with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier quality teams.

If you're an experienced PC-DMIS programmer with formal Hexagon training, this is an excellent opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing technologies while building a long-term career.

What You'll Do

As the team's CMM programming specialist, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality inspection programs that support manufacturing operations and supplier quality initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop, debug, validate, and maintain PC-DMIS Level 3 CMM inspection programs
• Create inspection routines using 3D CAD models and engineering drawings
• Program and optimize CMM inspection sequences for complex machined components
• Interpret GD&T requirements and translate engineering specifications into accurate inspection programs
• Analyze inspection results and provide technical support for manufacturing and supplier quality teams
• Troubleshoot dimensional and quality issues while recommending corrective actions
• Support APQP, PPAP, first article inspections, and production validation activities
• Maintain inspection documentation and metrology records
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, operations, and quality teams to improve product quality and inspection efficiency

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience or an Associate's degree with equivalent hands-on experience
• PC-DMIS Level 3 programming experience
• Formal Hexagon PC-DMIS training (REQUIRED)
• Strong experience programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)
• Thorough understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Experience inspecting precision machined components
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD models
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with any of the following is a plus:

• APQP
• PPAP
• Manufacturing Quality
• Metrology
• First Article Inspection (FAI)
• PolyWorks
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Power BI
• Advanced dimensional analysis

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out?

This is an opportunity to become the subject matter expert for CMM programming within a world-class manufacturing environment.

You'll work with advanced metrology equipment, collaborate with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams, and directly influence product quality through precision inspection programming. Your expertise will support production, supplier quality, and continuous improvement initiatives that have a measurable impact on manufacturing performance.

Cullerton Group offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive hourly pay (up to $38.60/hour)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Holiday Pay
• Strong potential for long-term employment
• Professional growth and development

Formal Hexagon PC-DMIS training and PC-DMIS Level 3 programming experience are mandatory for this position.

If you have the required PC-DMIS expertise and are looking for an opportunity to apply your skills in a collaborative manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.