CMM Programmer II, Prototype

GENERAL ROBOTICS (a SIG SAUER Company)•Exeter, NH

13d•Onsite

About The Position

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,400 employees across sixteen U.S. locations in three states, and four additional global facilities. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: www.sigsauer.com Position Summary: The CMM Programmer II will independently develop new, troubleshoot, and edit existing inspection programs utilizing CMM/Gauge software for inspection of medium to highly complex components, as well as support the department in inspection software, hardware maintenance, and best practices. This position will work alongside CMM/CNC Programmers, Inspectors, Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Engineers, supervisors, and managers in a fast paced, dynamic, team environment to provide technical and operational support in the completion of assigned projects. FLSA: Non-exempt

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required, BS or AS Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Quality, or other engineering discipline preferred, and 5 years minimum as a CMM Programmer using automated inspection software required.
6 years minimum as a Mechanical Quality Inspector or relevant experience required.
Technologist level ASME Y14.5M-2009/2018 engineering drawing standards certificate (or equivalent) required.
Basic, advanced, and expert course certification of inspection software training required (Calypso, PCDMIS, Modus, ATOS, etc.) AUKOM level 1 or higher certificate preferred. Basic SOLIDWORKS course certification required.
Ability to use Microsoft office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, Access), Program Management Software (GitKraken), and any accessory applications needed to perform duties.
Effective communication skills both written and verbally.
Help in other parts of the team regularly.
Complete all tasks ahead of time.
Participate on problem solving teams for driving to root cause of internal and external quality failures, particularly related to prevention of customer escapes.
Participate in 5S Workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities, including requests for maintenance when needed.

Responsibilities

Create new programs and modify existing CMM/Gauge inspection plans by either creating or using 3D CAD models and part drawings for medium to highly complex components as well as develop programming standards and best practices.
Design custom operator prompts to facilitate machine operator interface.
Prove-out CMM/Gauge inspection plans for navigational and computational errors for one system/sensor/software, including conducting GRR's and correlation with mechanical inspection as well as collaborating with programmer for alternative automated inspection systems and provide feedback to engineering for drawing changes for manufacturability.
Train lower-level Programmers basic and advanced components for a system/sensor/software.
Provide mechanical inspection training, support, and inspection system verification for medium to highly complex machined components using all available equipment along with researching new tools and technologies.
Communicate CMM results and develop reporting templates to present graphical views and analysis, as well as prepare basic SPC analysis to enable process troubleshooting, machine correction, and engineering design and drawing improvements using quality data collection software. Provide feedback for manufacturing engineering regarding gauge design as an alternate to automated inspection.
Manage CMM/Gauge stylus systems as well as establish best practices for hardware implementation, perform advanced system troubleshooting, open tickets with customer service for CMM/Gauge problems, and spec out and organize new CMM/Gauge purchases and installations.
Research, design, and manage manufacturing of fixturing systems for component work holding on automated inspection machines for highly complex components.
Write ISO documents for CMM/Gauge related procedures to control CMM/Gauge best practices.
Create and maintain CMM/Gauge reports, GRR reports, correlation reports, and any other documents related to CMM/Gauge equipment. Submit engineering drawing change requests.
Engage in and actively volunteer for Continuous Improvement projects and tasks.
Follow all internal ISO regulated departments processes and procedures.
Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is a necessary function of this position.
May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
Miscellaneous duties as assigned.