CMM Programmer

Summary

Provides Quality and statistical information for quality improvement by identifying key characteristics on customers' parts, the inspection/test methods needed to check those characteristics, and the sampling rate required to satisfy customer and regulatory requirements. Responsible for all engineering aspects of the company Quality function. Creates CMM programs (from Customer drawings and CAD files), using Zeiss Calypso software, while meeting customer and company quality requirements. Support all inspection requirements and processes as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review customer order requests compare to previous orders and update Quality documentation as needed.
• Work closely with engineering team to define all key characteristics and inspection requirements
• Determine inspection methods to be used from customers' specifications and/or regulatory requirements/standards.
• Develop programs for CMM, maximizing quality and output using Zeiss Calypso software.
• Create user friendly programs, with focus on ease of use and accuracy
• Troubleshoot and edit programs as required
• Provide inspection tooling and fixturing recommendations as applicable
• Maintain electronic files for all programs
• Continually works to improve and optimize programs
• Creates PO requisitions to order inspection items for new jobs
• Create documentation necessary to inspect parts in inspection and on production floor
• Create Deliverable Documentation Verification check list based on job router and customer/regulatory requirements
• Maintain and manage Inspection Equipment Calibration System
• Stays current with the latest technology and software upgrades
• Perform safe operation of machines
• Aids in the development and continuous improvement of procedures
• Aids in retrieving historical and traceability information for new and previous requests
• As required, perform cross functional task until appropriate resources are in place
• Complete all required paperwork
• Keep work area clean and organized at all times
• Abide by and support all safety and quality system requirements
• Provide good feedback and promote good communication
• Promote and live company culture

Note: Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction
• Strong attention to detail
• Process Improvement minded
• Able to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, vendors and customers verbally and in writing
• Able to read and understand drawings, specifications, and ALIGN-Chandler documentation
• Shows sound judgement
• Willingness to ask questions when not sure

Qualifications

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The qualification requirements are:

• Broad knowledge of AS9100 Quality System Regulations and ISO9001 standard
• Proficient with CMM, surface plate technology, shop math, and mechanical inspection instruments, and reading blueprints
• Good analytical skills and the ability to express technical concepts effectively, both written and verbal
• Proficient at data collection, analysis, and presentation
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with MS Office and the internet
• Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with external and internal customers
• Strong background using Zeiss Calypso software is a must.

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor degree or equivalent, previous experience preferred
• Requires great attention to detail and the ability to read drawings and specifications
• Previous experience CMM programming required using Zeiss Calypso software.
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing required
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training/Certification a plus
• Mechanical Layout experience a plus

Language Skills

• Able to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Able to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Able to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
• Able to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to load.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

ALIGN PRECISION is an Equal Opportunity Employee and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of ALIGN PRECISION are employed on an at-will basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)