Job description
Summary
The CMM Programmer is responsible for programming and running the CMM to test and verify quality parts.
Responsibilities& Authority
- Monitor and maintain all inspection areas and equipment and train other personnel in the use of dimension inspection equipment.
- Recommends changes to inspection process using statistics, theories of metrology and various inspection procedures.
- Review metrology reports and make recommendations to the Quality Manager. Review GD+T as required and make recommendations for change or sufficiency.
- Research complaints from manufacturing department regarding non-conforming parts and make corrections through proper company procedures.
- Maintain communication with Engineering and Manufacturing departments and external vendors; request correction of nonconforming parts; use judgment to change standards and dimensions where necessary; report any rejected parts to management.
- Develop and maintain accurate and appropriate inspection tools and equipment including the calibration and maintenance of fixtures or gauges for consistent operation of the inspection system.
- Develop, maintain and perform inspection procedures and techniques using scales, micrometers, dial indicators, gauges, sine bars and Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) throughout the pre-production and production.
- Coordinate and conduct annual validations including part validation, gauge maintenance, calibration schedule, gauge validation, gauge R&R.
- Maintain inspection records for accuracy to better control future inspection needs.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or equivalent with skills in blueprint reading, geometric dimensioning or inspection, Associates degree preferred.
Skill and Abilities
- Update CMM software.
- Precisely measure and program CMM for production.
- Read drawings and renderings.
- Can read, interpret, and train others on GD&T as used on drawings.
- Perform layouts.
- Calibrate gauges and fixtures.
- Write and edit programming for new projects.
Knowledge and Experience
- Three to five years’ experience in performing inspection work in a manufacturing environment, specifically using a Coordinate Measuring Machine.
- Working knowledge of MSA requirements.
- Must be experienced in the use of inspection tools including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, dial indicators, checking fixtures and sine bars.
- Must have knowledge and competency in Statistical Process Control, technical blueprint reading, inspection theory and metrology, and familiarity with layouts, set ups and various inspection procedures.
- Technical knowledge of machine shop practices and the ability to read blueprints, renderings and diagrams.
- Mechanical knowledge and familiarity with milling, grinders, lasers and water cutting machines and programming.
- Basic mathematical skills, including calculations and understanding measuring tools like calipers and micrometer, are abilities that CMM operators rely on that CMM operators rely on frequently.
- Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) or other industry software is beneficial in a CMM role.
- Required - Prior knowledge and understanding of PCDMIS.
- Prior knowledge and understanding of Polyworks software preferred.
- Clear communication among team members helps ensure successful production.
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