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CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) Programmer

Twin City Die Castings Company · tcdcinc.com
MinneapolisMid level3–5 yrs
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The job in short

Coordinate measuring machine programming.

Details

Found
32 d ago · posted 2026-09-22
Location
Minneapolis, MN, US
Pay (as listed)
$29–$36 an hour

Full description

Description Position Summary Advanced knowledge of CMM programming software, equipment and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing to develop CMM programs & fixturing that ensures efficient and accurate measurements across all manufacturing sites. Also supporting its home plant by operating the CMM and performing in-process CMM inspection for Production and First Article Inspections in addition to capability studies for NPD & ECR activities. Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks • Develop CMM programs in accordance with AMSE Y14.5 for FAI, capability studies, and in-process inspections for all sites; revises programs as needed • Design CMM fixture concepts and sources the design & build of fixtures for all sites • Develops probing concepts and creates purchase req’s for probing that needs to be purchased • Provides technical support for CMM programs, equipment, and software for all sites • Schedules annual calibration for CMMs at all three sites • Coordinates annual renewal of ZeissCare & SMA • Ability to program offline, while operating the CMM to support production or FAI activities • Review drawings & specifications to provide input on metrology concerns • Advanced knowledge of GD&T • Optimizes CMM programs for efficiency • Travels to all three sites, as needed, to provide technical support • Ability to use surface plate & alternate metrology methods to verify CMM results, or provide additional dimensional information, as required • Provides hands-on training to other quality personnel to develop their CMM programming skills • Performs daily CMM in-process inspections to support production • Performs First Article Inspections, capability studies, & GRRs for NPD & ECR • Provides complete First Article Inspection Reports to Quality Engineering, Engineering, or Production • Perform incoming inspection of purchased components • Discard or reject products, materials, and equipment not meeting specifications. • Support 5S & continuous improvement initiatives • Analyze and interpret blueprints, data, manuals, and other materials to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustment and certification methods, formulas, and measuring instruments required. • Inspect, test, or measure materials, products, installations, and work for conformance to specifications. • Notify supervisors and other personnel of production problems and assist in identifying and correcting these problems. • Discuss inspection results with those responsible for products and recommend necessary corrective actions. • Record inspection or test data; identify acceptance of rejection status. • Observe and monitor production operations and equipment to ensure conformance to specifications and make or order necessary process or assembly adjustments. • Analyze test data and make computations as necessary to determine test results. • Responsible for knowing and following all environmental, health and safety rules, policies, and procedures for work area and takes responsibility to assure that personal work activity is conducted in such a way so as to not affect the safety of themselves or others. • All other duties as assigned. Requirements Education and Experience • Minimum vocational schools training or associate's degree required. • Requires 3 – 5 years’ experience in programming with Zeiss Calypso • Completion of an advanced level GD&T training course is preferred • ASQ Certified Mechanical Inspector Certification is preferred • CNC machining experience is preferred Pay & Benefits • $29-$36 per hour, depending on experience and skill level • Employee Ownership (ESOP) • 401(k) with company match • Paid holidays and vacation • Company-funded HRA account • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts • Vision and Dental Insurance • Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance

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