CMM Programmer​/Operator

Overview

CMM Programmers/Operators are highly skilled employees responsible for operating/programming a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) and various other measurement equipment in an automotive manufacturing plant. The work requires practical skill and knowledge as a CMM programmer to analyze specifications, set up gauges or fixtures in accordance with the released part GD&T, and create & execute measurement programs to validate part quality. The candidate must be able to interpret specifications, blueprints, manufacturers' manuals, sketches or similar documents, plan the sequence of operation and materials required, and communicate results through detailed reports.

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are required. The candidate must be able to perform incidental tasks as required to complete the larger task.

• Operate and program CMMs and other measurement equipment to support automotive manufacturing processes.
• Analyze specifications, GD&T, blueprints, manuals, and sketches to prepare measurement plans.
• Set up gauges or fixtures and create/execute measurement programs to validate part quality.
• Interpret documents and plan operation sequences and material requirements using knowledge of CAD technology.
• Provide detailed reports communicating measurement results.
• Perform incidental tasks as required to complete larger tasks.

• Basic Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum 4 years of combined experience and training as a CMM programmer/operator.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Basic knowledge of mathematics, algebra and physics.
• Experience as a CMM programmer/operator in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to:
• Work any shift and overtime as required (including daily, weekends and holidays).
• Work from blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications to plan sequences of operations for creating/operating CMM programs.
• Verify dimensions, alignments and clearances of finished parts using calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers and dial indicators.
• Visualize and compute dimensions, sizes, shapes and tolerances of assemblies based on specifications.
• Set up and operate conventional or CNC measurement equipment with PC-DMIS or Poly Works software.
• Perform tests with completed tools to ensure parts meet specifications and make necessary adjustments.
• Lift, position and secure machine parts on surface plates or worktables using hoists, vises, v-blocks or angle plates.
• Measure, mark and scribe metal or plastic stock to lay out measurements using protractors, micrometers, scribes and rulers.
• Design jigs, fixtures and templates for use as work aids to reflect the prescribed GD&T of released parts or products.
• Perform incidental tasks as required to complete the larger task.

• Knowledge of G-Suite.
• Experience with portable measurement equipment — ATOS, Leica Laser Tracker, Faro Arms, etc.