CMM Programmer

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General Summary:

The CMM Programmer will develop CMM programs using PC DMIS or other software.  Conduct and document first article inspections and capability analysis to support our PPAP programs.  Support in-process, start-up, and final inspections, as well as process capability studies, and gage R&R studies.  Support quality improvement efforts, Internal Auditing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.  Participate in project kick-off teams improving quality aspects of product introduction, and have a fundamental understanding of quality systems, SPC, and control plans. Perform and coordinate calibrations to ensure compliance and accuracy of equipment.

Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Requirements:

• Operate and program Coordinate Measuring Machine and other inspection equipment and gages to perform dimensional inspections.
  • Perform complex first article inspections
  • Perform, review, and monitor initial capability studies
  • Perform, review, and monitor Gage R&R studies
  • Perform complex in-process inspection
  • Inspect new tooling, i.e. drills, mills, etc.
  • Maintain and review SPC charting
  • Initiate corrective action when necessary
  • Support troubleshooting process/inspection/engineering issues
• Ensure proper documentation completed, including filing of test results, and preparing correspondence with customers regarding test results
  • Maintain and develop department computer systems and programs
  • Program process documentation using spreadsheets
• Address customer quality issues as needed
• Audit production processes as needed
• Assist Engineering in identifying quality criteria
• Coordinate calibration of fixtures and gauges both internal and external
• Perform non-destructive testing
• Adhere to company safety procedures
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area
• Perform other duties as needed
• Maintain gage storage areas
• Audit internal procedures on a periodic basis
• Participate in MRB process, as needed

Key Position Competencies:

• CMM Programming
• Must be able to read and interpret Engineering Drawings
• Solid understanding of GD&T
• Be adaptable to change in equipment, assignments, procedures, methods, and willing to take additional training as necessary.
• Communications – Listening, Reading Comprehension, Speaking and Writing in English.
• Cognition – Analysis/Reasoning, Creative & Innovative Thinking, Decision Making & Judgement, and Problem Solving.
• Personal Effectiveness – Accountability & Dependability, Adaptability & Flexibility, Customer Focus, Development & Continual Learning, Ethics & Integrity, Results Focus & Initiative, Safety Focus, Self-Management, Stress Tolerance, and Tact.
• Interaction with Others – Influencing Others, Relationship Building, Teamwork and Valuing Diversity

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