CMM Technician

MINTH WINDSOR MANUFACTURING INC•Windsor, ON

2d•CA$0 - CA$28•Onsite

About The Position

The CMM Technician will be responsible for operating and programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to perform precision dimensional inspections. This role involves interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and generating detailed inspection reports. The technician will also be involved in equipment maintenance, calibration, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of CMM operation/programming experience in automotive manufacturing
Proficient in PC-DMIS
Solid knowledge of GD&T
Ability to proficiently read mechanical drawings and blueprints
Proficient with conventional precision measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, thread gauges, etc.
Detail-oriented with analytical and problem-solving abilities
Good communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime (including weekends and holidays)

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or relevant technical certificate preferred
Familiarity with Calypso preferred
Experience with PolyWorks, ATOS/GOM is a plus
Experience in automotive parts industry preferred
Experience in battery box welded assembly inspection
Familiarity with quality tools such as PPAP, SPC
Knowledge of 8D, 5-Why problem-solving methods
Experience with portable measurement equipment (e.g., Faro arm, laser tracker)

Responsibilities

Set up and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and related measurement equipment to perform precision dimensional inspection of aluminum extrusions, welded assemblies, and machined parts
Write, edit, and optimize CMM measurement programs (software includes but is not limited to PC-DMIS, Calypso, Open DMIS, etc.)
Program from electronic drawing files or create measurement programs from physical parts via reverse engineering when necessary
Perform First Article Inspection (FAI), in-process patrol inspection, and final outgoing inspection
Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and GD&T requirements to ensure measurement methods comply with standards
Generate detailed inspection reports, record measurement data, and analyze product conformance
Identify non-conforming parts and promptly report abnormalities to Quality Engineer and production team
Perform daily calibration, probe verification, and maintenance of CMM equipment
Manage gauge control system, track calibration cycles and R&R studies of fixtures and gauges
Maintain CMM program revision change records and operation logs
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve measurement-related quality issues
Participate in root cause analysis of quality issues using 8D, 5-Why methodologies
Support dimensional verification required for PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) submissions for new projects
Train other operators to run existing inspection programs on CMM