Job Description
Job Description
A well-established and growing precision manufacturer is seeking a skilled CMM Programmer to join its Quality team. This company produces high-precision machined components for aerospace, defense, and medical applications — maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and quality. They offer modern equipment, a clean and organized facility, and long-term stability within a supportive team culture.
Position Overview
The CMM Programmer will be responsible for programming, operating, and maintaining coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) to verify the dimensional accuracy of precision-machined parts. The ideal candidate will have experience with tight-tolerance inspection and a solid understanding of GD&T and AS9100 requirements .
Key Responsibilities
Create and edit CMM programs using PC-DMIS (or similar software).
Conduct first article, in-process, and final inspections of machined parts.
Review engineering drawings and CAD models to determine inspection requirements.
Document results, prepare inspection reports, and support nonconformance investigations.
Maintain and calibrate inspection tools and measuring equipment.
Work closely with production and engineering to resolve quality issues and ensure process accuracy.
Qualifications
3+ years of CMM programming and inspection experience in a precision machining or aerospace / defense setting.
Proficiency in PC-DMIS preferred (Zeiss Calypso or similar also considered).
Strong understanding of GD&T , blueprint reading, and dimensional inspection methods.
Experience with AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality systems.
Excellent attention to detail, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay commensurate with experience ( $30–$40 / hour range ).
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k).
Paid holidays and PTO.
Modern facility with advanced CMM and machining technology.
Long-term career growth in a stable, high-precision environment.
Cmm Programmer • Elk Grove Village, IL, US