{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e25eb219a94cdcff5e88dd42","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e25eb219a94cdcff5e88dd42","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e25eb219a94cdcff5e88dd42","title":"CMM Programmer","description":"We are seeking an experienced CMM Programmer to serve as the technical lead\nfor our Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) team and as a metrology specialist for the organization.\nThis position is accountable for the overall effectiveness of our CMM inspection process, including\nprogramming standards, measurement strategy, repeatability, training, and continuous improvement.\nThe right candidate will be more than a strong operator and programmer; they will coach and mentor\nother CMM users, establish best practices, and drive consistent execution to ensure accurate, reliable\ninspection results that support production and quality requirements.\nKey Duties/Responsibilities:\n1. CMM Process Leadership, Training, and Standardization\nServe as the subject matter expert for CMM programming and inspection methodology.\nLead and improve the overall CMM process, including best practices, programming standards, inspection strategy, revision control, and measurement consistency.\nCoach, train, and support CMM and inspection personnel to ensure proper technique, consistent results, and efficient use of equipment.\nDrive continuous improvement for CMM utilization, cycle time, repeatability, and measurement system performance.\n2. CMM Programming and Operation\nDevelop, program, and optimize CMM inspection routines to support production and inspection needs.\nSet up fixturing, probes, and inspection sequences to ensure accurate and repeatable measurement results.\nTroubleshoot CMM programs and measurement issues and implement improvements.\nMaintain CMM programs, associated documentation, and inspection methods, including updates and revision control.\nMaintain CMM equipment and related accessories to support consistent performance and reliable inspection results.\n3. Incoming and First Article Inspection\nPerform incoming and first article inspections per drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.\nInterpret engineering drawings and GD&T to ensure correct inspection planning and execution.\nUse appropriate metrology tools and test equipment to validate product conformance.\n4. Inspection Documentation and Quality Records\nEnter inspection results accurately and on time in the uniPoint system (or equivalent).\nGenerate nonconformance reports (NCRs) and support documentation of inspection findings.\nReview, organize, and file material certifications and other quality documentation to support traceability and compliance.\nEducation and Experience Requirements:\nTechnical degree, certification, or equivalent experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Metrology, or a related field.\n5-10 years of experience in CMM programming and quality inspection in a manufacturing environment.\nRequired Qualifications:\nDemonstrated experience programming and operating a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM).\nExperience programming in Zeiss Calypso (preferred) or the ability to quickly learn Calypso if experienced with similar CMM software.\nAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and inspection specifications.\nProven experience training, coaching, or mentoring others on metrology equipment and inspection methods.\nWorking knowledge of common inspection tools and measurement equipment.\nStrong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, repeatable inspection results.\nEffective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations.\nBasic computer proficiency, including MS Office and Outlook.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience supporting ISO-based Quality Management Systems (QMS) and controlled documentation practices.\nExperience generating and supporting nonconformance documentation and disposition workflows.\nExperience with uniPoint (or similar quality systems).","company":"Wanner Engineering","rawCompany":"wanner engineering","city":"Minneapolis","state":"MN","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-29T11:11:31.357Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3051.01","title":"Quality Control Systems Managers","slug":"quality-control-systems-managers"},{"code":"51-9162.00","title":"Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers","slug":"computer-numerically-controlled-tool-programmers"},{"code":"17-3028.00","title":"Calibration Technologists and Technicians","slug":"calibration-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"811210","title":"Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance","slug":"electronic-and-precision-equipment-repair-and-maintenance"},{"code":"332721","title":"Precision Turned Product Manufacturing","slug":"precision-turned-product-manufacturing"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"CMM Programmer","description":"We are seeking an experienced CMM Programmer to serve as the technical lead\nfor our Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) team and as a metrology specialist for the organization.\nThis position is accountable for the overall effectiveness of our CMM inspection process, including\nprogramming standards, measurement strategy, repeatability, training, and continuous improvement.\nThe right candidate will be more than a strong operator and programmer; they will coach and mentor\nother CMM users, establish best practices, and drive consistent execution to ensure accurate, reliable\ninspection results that support production and quality requirements.\nKey Duties/Responsibilities:\n1. CMM Process Leadership, Training, and Standardization\nServe as the subject matter expert for CMM programming and inspection methodology.\nLead and improve the overall CMM process, including best practices, programming standards, inspection strategy, revision control, and measurement consistency.\nCoach, train, and support CMM and inspection personnel to ensure proper technique, consistent results, and efficient use of equipment.\nDrive continuous improvement for CMM utilization, cycle time, repeatability, and measurement system performance.\n2. CMM Programming and Operation\nDevelop, program, and optimize CMM inspection routines to support production and inspection needs.\nSet up fixturing, probes, and inspection sequences to ensure accurate and repeatable measurement results.\nTroubleshoot CMM programs and measurement issues and implement improvements.\nMaintain CMM programs, associated documentation, and inspection methods, including updates and revision control.\nMaintain CMM equipment and related accessories to support consistent performance and reliable inspection results.\n3. Incoming and First Article Inspection\nPerform incoming and first article inspections per drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.\nInterpret engineering drawings and GD&T to ensure correct inspection planning and execution.\nUse appropriate metrology tools and test equipment to validate product conformance.\n4. Inspection Documentation and Quality Records\nEnter inspection results accurately and on time in the uniPoint system (or equivalent).\nGenerate nonconformance reports (NCRs) and support documentation of inspection findings.\nReview, organize, and file material certifications and other quality documentation to support traceability and compliance.\nEducation and Experience Requirements:\nTechnical degree, certification, or equivalent experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Metrology, or a related field.\n5-10 years of experience in CMM programming and quality inspection in a manufacturing environment.\nRequired Qualifications:\nDemonstrated experience programming and operating a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM).\nExperience programming in Zeiss Calypso (preferred) or the ability to quickly learn Calypso if experienced with similar CMM software.\nAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and inspection specifications.\nProven experience training, coaching, or mentoring others on metrology equipment and inspection methods.\nWorking knowledge of common inspection tools and measurement equipment.\nStrong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, repeatable inspection results.\nEffective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations.\nBasic computer proficiency, including MS Office and Outlook.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience supporting ISO-based Quality Management Systems (QMS) and controlled documentation practices.\nExperience generating and supporting nonconformance documentation and disposition workflows.\nExperience with uniPoint (or similar quality systems).","datePosted":"2026-07-29T11:11:31.357Z","dateModified":"2026-07-29T11:11:31.357Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Wanner Engineering","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Minneapolis","addressRegion":"MN","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"e25eb219a94cdcff5e88dd42"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e25eb219a94cdcff5e88dd42"}}