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CMM Operator
Grand Rapids & Walker, Michigan

Are you experienced in CMM programming and passionate about precision? Join a collaborative, fast-paced tool and die environment where your expertise directly impacts quality, performance, and customer satisfaction.

We're seeking a detail-oriented CMM Programmer / Operator to support our Tryout and Validation team. In this role, you will ensure our coordinate measuring equipment and programs are accurate, efficient, and aligned with engineering requirements-while working alongside a highly skilled manufacturing team.

What You'll Do

• Determine program requirements based on blueprint reading, GD&T, and engineering specifications
• Write, edit, and run CMM programs using PC-DMIS software
• Troubleshoot CMM operation and programming to ensure equipment is calibrated and functioning properly
• Inspect and validate fixtures
• Create, revise, and maintain work instructions and procedures related to CMM operation
• Communicate proactively with team members to maintain efficient workflow
• Provide hands-on support to a passionate, quality-driven team

What You'll Learn

• The fundamentals of tool and die shop floor operations
• The critical importance of safety policy implementation in a manufacturing environment
• Cross-functional collaboration within a highly technical production setting

Who You'll Work With

You'll collaborate daily with Program Managers, Die Makers, Machinists, and Customers

Your Environment

A collaborative and fast-paced tool and die shop serving customers from our facilities in Grand Rapids and Walker, Michigan. You'll be part of a team that values craftsmanship, communication, and continuous improvement.

This role is suited for you if you have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Documented training or experience with CMM operation preferred
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and GD&T concepts
• Strong mechanical aptitude and critical thinking skills
• Punctual, reliable, and safety-conscious mindset
• Valid driver's license (travel between facilities required)
• Excellent communication skills with internal and external customers
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. repetitively and perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Who We Are

ArtiFlex Manufacturing designs and builds products and solutions for companies with tough challenges by employing people with a willingness and ability to be "Innovative. Problem Solving. Partners." We support and embody a vision of safely growing our people and unleashing their full potential because we see greatness in everyone we hire. Better products and services for our customers result from the dedicated development of our employees. That's our culture.

Benefits

We provide a full array of Health and Welfare plans including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance options, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts, 401k with company matching, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Annual Bonus. Our employees additionally enjoy Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Shoe Compensation Program, Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement, Tool Purchase Program, Career Development, Training, Vehicle Purchase Supplier Discount, Company Events, Celebrations, and more!

Employee Owned

Eligible ArtiFlex employees are ArtiFlex owners with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This is a qualified retirement plan.

If you're ready to bring precision, problem-solving, and teamwork together in a role that makes a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team that takes pride in getting it right.