CMM Programmer
Harmonic Drive · Harmonic Drive LLC ·
Programs and operates Coordinate Measuring Machines and vision systems to inspect precision mechanical components, applying GD&T and metrology principles to support new product development and quality engineering.
Summary/Objective
The CMM Programmer supports new product development and metrology investigations through sample measurements and feedback, has early involvement in drawing and GD&T reviews and measurement capability evaluations
Essential Functions
- Apply advanced knowledge of GD&T and metrology principles to program CMM’s/vision systems ensuring products meet specifications and drawings
- Resolve issues and respond to inquiries from operators, inspectors and engineers
- Work with Quality Engineering to ensure that set-ups and programs are accurate
- Participate in or lead special projects related to tooling fixtures and gages
- Identify and drives cost reduction projects utilizing Lean Manufacturing principle
- Work closely with the team to determine efficiency improvements
- Create CMM programs using part drawings or models and perform inspections as required
- Troubleshoot and/or amend existing CMM programs
- Perform validation and verification of programs (CMM, vision systems, etc.)
- Take critical measurements using gauges, fixtures and other measurement tools
- Provide inspection support to all departments, performing part inspection and FAIs
- Train other inspectors and technicians
- Perform other responsibilities as required