CMM Programmer

Avalign Technologies•Akron, OH

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About The Position

Avalign produces innovative, high-performance, cost-effective medical devices, and its employees contribute to the design, engineering, and manufacture of technologically advanced products that meet customer quality specifications. The CMM Programmer creates and updates part-specific Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programs for receiving, in-process, and final inspections. The role uses precision measuring instruments to inspect parts, supports quality and production teams with measurement expertise, and assists with other quality-related functions as requested by a supervisor or manager. The position interprets engineering drawings and models, develops measurement schemes when datums are not specified, and ensures materials and products conform to print specifications and applicable internal, external, and regulatory requirements. It also records test data, prepares technical reports, manages nonconforming product documentation, contributes to metrology lab continuous improvement, and supports inspection planning and gage design for new product introductions. The role may also program other inspection equipment following appropriate training.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience with CMM programming.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, with strong knowledge of GD&T and inspection methods.
Effective communication skills and the ability to interact professionally and courteously with coworkers.
Self-starter who can thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn manufacturing processes, and work reliably and cooperatively as part of a team.
Ability to plan and execute plans across teams.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of ISO-13485 quality standards and 21 CFR 820 regulatory requirements.
Experience programming other inspection equipment such as Starrett Comparators, SmartScope, and Keyence equipment; training is provided by Avalign.

Responsibilities

Interpret engineering drawings and models to create and program CMM inspections for part measurement.
Examine parts or drawings and formulate a measurement scheme when datums are not specified.
Ensure materials and products are within print specifications.
Create new part-specific CMM programs and update or remediate existing programs.
Measure parts using appropriate instruments, including optical comparators, micrometers, and calipers.
Inspect products to ensure they meet internal and external specifications and regulatory requirements.
Record test data and create technical reports using defined templates, including FAI, capability study, and Gage R&R reports.
Identify and segregate nonconforming product and initiate nonconforming material reports under internal NCMR procedures.
Initiate continuous improvement efforts in the metrology lab and create controlled lab procedures when needed.
Provide production and quality associates with technical guidance on measurement styles and techniques.
Consult with Quality Engineers or management to interpret customer and internal standards and recommend measurement approaches.
Assist with programming other site inspection equipment, including Starrett Comparators, SmartScope, and Keyence equipment, after reasonable training.
Act as the CAPA Owner for metrology-related CAPA.
Participate in inspection plan and gage design discussions for New Product Introduction projects.
Communicate effectively with peers and interdepartmental personnel and assist with other quality-related functions as requested.