CMM & Gage Controller

 **This is an ON-SITE position 

This position reports to the Quality Manager then Vice President (VP) of Quality and is responsible for gage calibration and Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programming.

Minimum level of education / training required/certificates/licenses: 

This position requires a General Educational Diploma (GED) or High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma.

Minimum experience required: 

Previous experience with calibration and Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programming is preferred.  

Accurately repairs, replaces, and obsoletes gages in a timely manner.

1. Regularly performs ongoing gage studies to verify the gage or equipment repeats and functions properly within acceptable limits.
2. Efficiently calibrates all quality, and manufacturing equipment used to verify the quality of products produced.
3. Effectively updates and maintains documented calibration records on all gages and fixtures.
4. Accurately updates and maintains documented gage study records and verification of acceptance.
5. Precisely develops and writes CMM programs as required to be used for part inspection, capability studies, etc.
6. Adequately develops and writes needed instructions associated with automatic CMM checks.
7. Performs effective preventative maintenance on all CMMs, comparators, and inspection gages and contacts outside repair facilities when needed.
8. Has a working knowledge of blueprints and Geometric Dimension and Tolerance (GD&T).
9. Basic understanding of using CAD models for CMM programming
10. Based on company needs a flexible work schedule and/or overtime is needed.

Tools and Equipment Used:

1. Plex and Microsoft Office
2. Measuring equipment
3. Push carts
4. Inspection gages
5. Hand tools, power tools
6. Computer/monitor/touch screen/keyboard/mouse, etc
7. Email
8. CMM Software

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not supervise others.

Work Ethic Responsibilities:

ETHICS: Enthusiasm, Teamwork, Honesty, Integrity, Character and Self-Motivated

Absenteeism/tardiness: Is conscientious in being at work when scheduled and on time.

Productivity: Perform the highest possible amount of quality work in the least or standard amount of time. Follow documented processes and procedures.

Quality: Do good quality work the first time, avoiding rework. Make good quality decisions as it relates to the job functions. Exhibit problem solving skills.

Safety: Be knowledgeable of and adhere to all safety rules and regulations. Always be conscious of the safety implications of one's actions; consistently observe safety regulations and wear required safety equipment. Do not jeopardize one's own safety or others in any way. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in all designated areas assigned by the company. Immediately report all near misses, safety concerns and accidents. Safely and efficiently use any assigned equipment.

Lean: Participate in and support lean manufacturing programs and principles with a focus to reduce costs with quality product such as Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Suggestion System, etc. Actively participate in Continuous Improvement to continually strive to improve our processes and procedures. Adhere to 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain.

Environmental: Employee is responsible for complying and supporting any environmental policies and programs put in place by Batesville Tool and Die, Inc. (BTD). Employee may not bring any environmentally hazardous substances or compounds into BTD and is always conscious of the impact on the environment. Support and adhere to Technical Specification (TS) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) activities and procedures.

Other: Perform any other duties as assigned with enthusiasm and without complaint. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk. The employee occasionally is required to reach above shoulders, stoop, kneel, bend, and use hand and fingers to handle or touch parts. The employee will also be required to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.  

Please note that these physical demands are based on a typical work day. Physical demands may vary based on the task assigned that day.

Environmental Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to hot and humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises.

These environmental conditions are based on a typical work day. Conditions may vary based on the task assigned that day.

Travel

Occasional domestic travel may be required for this position.  

Protective clothing/equipment required:

1. Safety glasses
2. Sturdy leather shoe/boot or steel toed tennis shoe
3. Hearing Protection
4. Gloves when handling parts