CMM Programmer Lead

DESCRIPTION:

• Strives towards a culture of proactive safety
• Create programs for CMM and Keyence measurements
• Records, summarizes, and reports on testing data
• Perform measurements for First Article Inspections
• Contributes to continuous improvement project work
• Participate in investigations of root cause and corrective actions, implement preventative actions
• Supervises CMM operators and quality inspectors.
• Effectively documents and communicates results in a timely fashion working closely with Production and other Manufacturing personnel.
• Responsible for gauge calibration
• Participate in design reviews, new product introduction and validation
• Identifies gauges and measurement techniques for new products
• Manages the work in the quality lab
• Support and train inspection personnel in the performance of their assigned responsibilities
• Define methods and specify equipment appropriate for inspection activities
• Responsible for cleanliness and organization of quality inspection and the quality lab areas.
• Generate FAI reports for customers (AS9102)
• Performs testing and supports data analysis.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Skilled at understanding of Blueprints
• Advanced knowledge of geometric tolerancing
• Skilled at using of metrology hand tools and gauges
• Attention to detail a must
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in CMM programming
• Knowledge of quality principles
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to express technical concepts effectively, both written and verbally
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100D
• Proven communication and problem-solving skills

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma and 7-10 years quality work experience preferred.
• Experience in metal machining manufacturing environment

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and sit.  The employee will use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to sit and to use a computer keyboard with mouse for long periods of time. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

While performing the duties of this job in the Plant or Warehouse, the employee is exposed to noise and aluminum particles. The noise level is usually moderate, but hearing protection may be required in designated areas.  The employee is required to wear safety glasses when in the plant.