CMM Programmer

Ichor • Sauk Rapids, MN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The CMM Programmer will perform in-process, first article, and final inspections on machined components and assemblies. This role requires interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements to inspect tight-tolerance and critical features on precision machined components. The programmer will use various inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IMTE) and operate vision systems. A key part of the role involves verifying CMM results, troubleshooting discrepancies, and using molding/replication putty to capture and measure complex geometries. The position also includes documenting nonconforming material, completing inspection reports, verifying documentation compliance, supporting root cause analysis, maintaining inspection areas, and supporting audits. Effective communication with production, engineering, and quality teams is essential.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 4-6+ years of inspection experience in precision machining, aerospace, or manufacturing
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading and GD&T
• Experience using precision measuring instruments (IMTE)
• Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree preferred
• Experience with vision inspection systems
• Experience verifying CMM results and troubleshooting measurement discrepancies
• Experience using replication/molding techniques for inspection
• Familiarity with AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality systems
• Experience with CMM operation

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, first article, and final inspections on machined components and assemblies
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements
• Inspect tight-tolerance and critical features on precision machined components
• Use inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IMTE) such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, and indicators
• Operate and utilize vision systems for non-contact measurement and feature verification
• Run and/or support CMM inspections using programs developed in PC-DMIS
• Verify failed or out-of-tolerance CMM features by re-measuring using alternate methods, identifying potential programming, alignment, or fixturing issues
• Use molding/replication putty to capture internal or inaccessible features, enable indirect measurement of complex geometries, and validate dimensions that cannot be directly probed or visually inspected
• Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming material in accordance with MRB procedures
• Complete inspection reports and documentation accurately (FAI, in-process, final inspection records)
• Verify traceability, material certifications, and documentation compliance
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to measurement discrepancies
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of inspection areas and equipment
• Ensure proper handling and protection of precision components
• Support internal and external audits (ISO 9001 / AS9100 / customer audits)
• Communicate inspection results and discrepancies clearly to production, engineering, and quality teams

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid time-off program
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED