CMM Technician

Description

Precision Forged: Crafting Quality Through Every Measurement!

The CMM Technician operates Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) equipment, calibration of gauges, maintain various other items needed for quality control.  

• Receives instructions and work assignments from Supervisor.
• Set up and run existing CMM programs using Calypso and Polyworks software. 
• Reads and interprets blueprints and plans working procedure.
• Inspects forgings, die blocks and electrodesusing the CMM and interpret results to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of the CMM.
• Troubleshoot issues during measurement and recommend solutions.
• Record and report measurement data for quality control purposes.
• Supports design of basic gauges for inspection purposes.
• Utilizes approved work instructions for gauge calibration and certification for conformance to NIST.
• Supports gauge R&R studies.
• Supports  any special customer certification requirements.
• Assist in setup of MPI.
• Perform dock audits as required.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of surface plate layout, gauges, CMMs, specifications, procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of industrial manufacturing processes and techniques.
• Blueprint reading skills for interpretation of drawings, notes.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) tolerances and symbols.
• Knowledge of inspection and control methods, techniques, and documentation.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of five 3 years of automotive or aerospace inspection experience, with experience using a variety of equipment for dimensional inspection
• Familiarity with CMM and measurement equipment
• Forging  experience is a plus.