CMM Technician - Layout Inspector

Job Location(s): New Berlin, WI

Employment Term: Regular

Employment Type Full Time or Part -Time

Hours per Week: 40

Work Hours (i.e. shift): 7::30AM -4:00 PM

Start Date: Immediate

Starting Salary Range: $18 - $25/Hr. depending on qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent, 1-2 years of Technical Schooling a Plus

Experience: 1 to 3 years preferred. Will train qualified candidates (see qualifications required below)

Job Description:
Read and interpret customer provided part prints taking geometric dimensioning and tolerances into consideration to plan a proper layout inspection using Touch Probe and Video Coordinate Measuring Machines. Create automated and or manual measuring programs as applicable on the contact and non-contact CMM’s. Create data reports of measurement results for customer/Engineering analysis. Measurements gathered may be for Full 1st Article (ISIR), PPAP’s, Highlighted Dimensions, or Process Capability Study inspections. Also perform scanning and digitizing of parts and profile analysis to CAD and other file types. Interact with customer contacts (Engineers) as required to establish proper plan for measuring parts to customer requirements or review and interpretation of results. The ideal candidate will be experienced in operating and programming DCC and Manual CMM'S

Because we are a specialty inspection service, work is varied, interesting and not routine as found in many manufacturing areas.

Job Duties (include but not limited to):

§ Program and operate the measuring machine(s) (CMM) to measure the surface area of three-dimensional objects for the inspection phase in the manufacturing process. In this position the CMM programmer will interpret blueprints and programs and ensure the CMM takes accurate measurements.

§ Writes part inspection programs and develops part fixturing methods for CMM and other inspection equipment such as vision inspection equipment.

§ Reads and interprets part prints/drawings and job orders for all product specifications, i.e., dimensions, tolerances, inspection, and other specific instructions.

§ Interprets and understands geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T) callouts from customer drawings, and translates it into inspection programs, to ensure manufactured products meet customer dimensional specifications.

§ Measures dimensions of parts as specified to ensure conformance to specifications, using CMM & other automated inspection equipment as well as precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.

§ Assists with statistical studies including gage R&Rs, process capability studies.

§ Participates in continuous improvement activities to improve process and product quality and efficiency including CMM inspection methods.

§ Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

§ 2-5 Years minimum Experience Running and programming Coordinate Measuring Machines

§ 2 -5 Years Minimum Part Layout Experience

§ Experience and educated in Reading and Interpreting Part Drawings (Blue Prints)

§ Thoroughly experienced and educated in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

§ Must be capable of working effectively individually or in a team environment.

§ 2 year technical school degree or equivalent level of education and/or work experience in a Quality or manufacturing discipline where CMM’s were used.

§ Must be able to follow verbal and written instruction.

§ Good Math Skills

§ Must possess initiative and self motivation.

§ Ability to obtain and maintain accurate records & certifications.

§ Strong computer skills

§ Ability to work with data bases and know how to properly store and retrieve data

§ Good Mechanical Aptitude

§ Good Troubleshooting skills

§ Must have good communication skills and a professional appearance due to interface with customers.

Benefits

§ Health Insurance

§ Dental Insurance

§ 401K Plan

§ Paid Vacation

§ Vision Insurance

§ Paid Holidays