Senior CMM Programmer

Job Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior CMM Programmer to join our innovative manufacturing team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in developing and optimizing complex coordinate measuring machine (CMM) programs to ensure precision and quality in our manufacturing processes. You will leverage your extensive expertise in metrology to drive product excellence and contribute to our mission of delivering top-tier solutions.

In addition to performing the calibration of the coordinate measuring machine, you will also use precise measurement tools, such as calipers and micrometers, to ensure our products meet our customer and internal standards. Applicants need to be able to read blueprints and interpret GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing) symbols, so some technical training or professional experience is preferred.

What You Will Do

• Interpret internal and customer engineering drawings to determine inspection requirements.
• Create and edit CMM programs to support part inspection and validation.
• Perform CMM setups, including managing multiple setups simultaneously and optimizing table space.
• Select appropriate measuring instruments based on blueprint specifications.
• Execute dimensional inspections using CMM programs and manual measurement tools.
• Apply GD&T principles to conduct detailed part inspections.
• Ensure inspection programs align with part numbers and revision levels.
• Complete dimensional reports for PPAP and AS9102 submissions.
• Conduct first article, in-process, and final inspections using hand gauges and measurement systems.
• Perform incoming goods inspections as needed.
• Accurately log and maintain inspection data for traceability and reporting.
• Support and uphold AS9100 quality objectives and procedures.
• Identify and segregate non-conforming parts, ensuring proper labeling and documentation.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship using only approved data, materials, and tools.

Problem-Solving & Communication Skills

• • Use analytical skills to identify product issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
  • Troubleshoot defects and verify the effectiveness of repairs.
  • Proactively address production delays by identifying causes and proposing preventive solutions.
  • Communicate inspection findings clearly to team members and management.
  • Collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement.

Education and Experience Required

• High school diploma/GED, prior certification as a PC-DMIS CMM Programmer, OR equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in CMM programming (PC-DMIS and/or Verisurf).
• Strong understanding of metrology and dimensional inspection techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T symbols.
• Technical training or equivalent professional experience in a manufacturing or quality control environment.

• Experience with flight hardware is a must. 
• Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, AS13100, ISO 9001, and other relevant quality standards.
• Must have strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and databases. 

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Job Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is required frequently to work from ladders and scaffolds. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

EXPORT CONTROL DISCLAIMER

This position will include access to data, technology, and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment with The Lincoln Electric Company (D/B/A Baker Industries) is contingent upon either verifying U.S. person status or obtaining any necessary authorizations. Applicants will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes and information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. The Lincoln Electric Company, at its sole discretion, may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals as whose access to export-controlled data, technology, and/or software source code may require authorization. The Lincoln Electric Company may also decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Lincoln Electric Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Baker Industries complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability.

HARASSMENT POLICY

The Lincoln Electric Company expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Baker Industries’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

ATTENTION: THIRD-PARTY RECRUITERS

Lincoln Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted to any employee(s) of Lincoln Electric without a signed vendor agreement, by the Manager of Recruiting & Training, will become the property of Lincoln Electric. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of Lincoln Electric will not be considered binding terms. Lincoln Electric will not pay a fee to any third-party recruiter that has not coordinated their recruiting activity through the Recruiting Department.

DISCLAIMER

This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be modified at any time at the Employer’s sole discretion.