Coordinate Measuring Machine Programmer

Location: Anderson, IN (Onsite)Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PMCompensation: Up to $90,000 (based on experience)Position SummaryWe are seeking a skilled CMM Programmer / Quality Technician to support and elevate quality operations in a precision machining environment. This role is primarily lab-based with some exposure to the shop floor and will play a key role in ensuring all parts meet strict quality and customer standards.The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with CMM programming, dimensional inspection, and interpreting complex engineering drawings. This position also offers the opportunity to help establish and enhance long-term quality systems and processes.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform dimensional inspections using CMMs, comparators, and precision measuring tools; accurately document and report resultsRead and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirementsConduct incoming, in-process, and final inspections to ensure product quality standards are metTroubleshoot quality issues and collaborate with production teams to resolve nonconformancesEnsure all parts meet quality expectations before release; communicate when parts need to be reworked or re-runSupport and participate in ISO 9001 quality processes and auditsMaintain calibration records and ensure measuring equipment remains compliant with standardsAssist in building and improving quality standards, processes, and lab setup for long-term successDocument inspection results and support corrective action efforts when neededRequired QualificationsMinimum 2+ years of experience in CMM programmingStrong knowledge of GD&T and blueprint readingHands-on experience with:CMMsMicrometers and calipersOptical comparatorsDepth gauges and indicatorsBackground in a machine shop or precision machining environmentAbility to confidently communicate quality issues to production teamsExperience creating standard operating procedures (SOPs)Preferred QualificationsAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (or equivalent experience)Experience with MasterCAM or similar softwareFamiliarity with QMS systems (e.g., JobBOSS, e2, or similar)Experience with:ISO 9001:2015 standardsFirst Article Inspection (FAI)CAPA and nonconformance documentationPrior experience building or improving quality systemsExperience working with tight-tolerance machined metal components