CMM Programmer Metrologist

About the role

This position is available in Big Lake, MN.

Responsibilities

• Develops, verifies, and operates automated inspection programs for first piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Proves out programs limiting risk of measurement bias, linearity, reproducibility and reproducibility errors.
• Understands Alpha and Beta measurement risks and provides appropriate feedback.
• Maintains automated inspection machines to include probe qualifications, regular cleaning, and inspection of scales.
• Designs and procures fixtures needed to hold products for inspection during product development; sets criteria for instruments and specifications.
• Supports automatic data collection from measurement equipment to the inspection plans.
• Supports the development of inspection methods, tool mapping, First Article Inspections (FAI's), and in process checks for manufacturing.
• Revise inspection programs and documents based on engineering changes, as required.
• Supports root cause investigation as applicable to automated inspection function, tooling, and programs.
• Supports Gage R&R (Repeatability and Reproducibility) and other Measurement System Analysis (MSA) studies.
• Supports calibration of inspection and measurement equipment to ensure traceability to national/international standards; coordinates or performs calibration activities as needed.
• Develops work instruction and conducts training of designated automated inspection equipment for operators.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of and the ability to read geometric dimensions and tolerances ASME Y14.5.
• Knowledge of precision measuring instruments and their application, including but not limited to, CMMs, Vision Systems, and Contracers.
• Strong verbal and written English language communication skills.
• Competency with Microsoft Office (i.e.Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe PDF.
• Experience in 3D modeling and drafting.
• Experience with Calypso CMM or Open DMIS software.
• Ability to work with a variety of functional areas, including R&D, Manufacturing, and QA, as required accomplishing results with minimal guidance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Regulated manufacturing industry experience (e.g. Aerospace, Defense, Med Device, Pharmaceutical, etc.).
• Knowledge of and experience with GMP/ISO standards.
• Experience with CT scanning, White Light and 3D metrology.
• Experience with PC DMIS or Geomeasure.
• Associate’s degree preferred or equivalent directly- transferable work experience (Manufacturing or Engineering discipline preferred).

Education

A degree in a Manufacturing or Engineering discipline is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• The ability to wear safety equipment such as cut resistant gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and slip resistant shoes.