CMM Programmer

Graco•Anoka, MN

About The Position

Responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) and portable Romer Arm programs using PC-DMIS and CAD solid-modeling software. The role supports manufacturing in ensuring product conformance to Graco quality requirements and supports engineering in developing product requirements. It also assists with day-to-day quality department tasks, monitors and records inconsistencies found during inspection, recommends changes to improve manufacturing quality, and communicates quality issues to relevant internal departments. This is a full-time, first-shift position working Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The employee may periodically be asked to work in other departments or on other shifts. The role requires collaboration with design and manufacturing engineering, machine operators, inspectors, and technicians. Applicants must be permanently and unrestrictedly authorized to work in the United States; immigration sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Two-year technical degree or equivalent work experience.
Seven or more years of work experience and technical-related certifications, such as PC-DMIS, are listed as an education/certification qualification.
The knowledge section lists 0–5+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment, with demonstrated ability to produce results.
Ability to understand, apply, and interpret GD&T and read prints.
Ability to use PC-DMIS to develop and edit CMM and portable Romer Arm programs.
Experience using CAD or Pro/E.
Experience using inspection equipment to verify part quality.
Experience with basic root-cause analysis techniques to identify issues and resolve concerns.
Familiarity with CAD tools, Microsoft Office, and Lotus Notes.
Basic knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes.
Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality systems.
Ability to interact with personnel in a cross-functional environment.
Good mechanical aptitude; self-directed and able to organize workload appropriately.
Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently on projects and function effectively in a team environment.
Demonstrated innovative and creative thinking.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must be legally authorized to work permanently and without restriction in the United States. Temporary work authorization programs are not eligible; immigration sponsorship is unavailable.
Able to sit for 1 hour, stand for 3 hours, and walk for 4 hours during an 8-hour workday.
Frequent bending, stooping, repetitive elbow movements, and simple grasping with both hands; occasional use of fixed or portable stairs, crouching, kneeling, reaching above the shoulder, lifting and loading up to 45 pounds or greater, firm grasping, and fine manipulation with both hands.

Nice To Haves

ASQ certification preferred.
Familiarity with SolidWorks and Pro/E applications.
Willingness to learn new applications, such as InspectionXpert, and other software packages.

Responsibilities

Create, edit, troubleshoot, and operate CMM and Romer Arm programs and interpret the resulting data using PC-DMIS.
Maintain current CMM programs on the internal server and maintain and calibrate equipment as required.
Read mechanical drawings and apply GD&T appropriately; work with design engineering, manufacturing engineering, and machine operators to ensure standards are correctly applied.
Import CAD models into PC-DMIS and develop related fixtures for CMM measurement.
Use measuring equipment, including roundness testers, optical comparators, and vision systems, to assess product conformance.
Take direction from senior personnel and engineers to develop capability in inspection processes, GD&T, and PC-DMIS programming.
Support cost-of-quality reduction and other quality improvement initiatives.
Assist inspectors, technicians, and operators with operating CMM and Romer Arm equipment.
Apply Quality Management System standards and quality-related policies to determine product conformance and support quality initiatives.
Support manufacturing and design in resolving day-to-day issues and help ensure products and processes comply with Graco quality-system requirements.
Maintain an organized and intuitive work environment.
Communicate effectively and work with design engineering on print reviews and specification and tolerance development.
Meet or exceed individual and department annual performance objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.