CMM Programmer

FANUC America Corporation•Auburn Hills, MI

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The CMM Programmer is in the Component Manufacturing Department and responsible for inspection of FANUC parts to ensure conformance to engineering specifications. Provide inspection reports to communicate qualitative and quantitative results with engineering. Engaged in technical discussions about metrology methods employed and the corresponding results. Process detailed nonconformance reports to return material to vendors for issue resolution.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum of five years’ CMM Programming; hands on in quality assurance
Able to lift and handle parts up to and exceeding 50lbs
Prior machinist/machine tool builder or assembler experience
Experience leading/interfacing with teams and multiple department collaboration
Strong knowledge of CMM operation and programming, including both contact and non-contact types
Ability to create and maintain detailed technical documentation
Knowledge of calibration processes to ensure measuring equipment accuracy
Attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy in programming and measurement
Problem-solving skills to effectively troubleshoot programming issues
Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaboration
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and train others
Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies

Nice To Haves

Proficient programming with Modus, Polywork and Verisurf CMM software applications
Proficient with all aspects of inspection including GD&T and CMM programming in a related industry
Associates degree or Certifications in CMM Programming, Quality or Metrology
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Certificate

Responsibilities

Champion a first article inspection process to achieve quality group KPI measures.
Conduct part inspection through a receiving inspection process.
Conduct full layout inspection of parts submitted through a first article inspection process.
Create CMM programs and reports for complex parts.
Develop and modify CMM measurement programs based on engineering drawings and specifications.
Verify that measurement programs consistently meet quality control standards and tolerances by reviewing CMM reports for accurate tolerancing and positional references.
Create efficient measurement strategies that optimize accuracy while reducing cycle times.
Process material nonconformance reports and determine disposition of material according to defined procedures.
Collaborate across teams to solve problem incidents and resolve programming, manufacturing issues, or discrepancies in measurement results.
Maintain comprehensive documentation of measurement programs and procedures.
Collect and control inspection documentation and report measurement data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of programming tasks.
Support the gauge calibration process to ensure tools are within their calibration period.
Stay updated on innovative technologies, tools, and techniques in metrology to enhance programming practices.