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CMM Programmer

Clearbridge Executive Search
Wheeling, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026

1st Shift

Are you looking to make a career change to an exciting company? This exciting opportunity as a CMM Programmer offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid PTO etc. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this role could be the right fit for you.

Responsibilities:

· Develop, modify, and optimize CMM inspection programs using CAD models and engineering drawings for aluminum die cast components.

· Perform dimensional inspections on first article, in-process, and finished production parts to verify compliance with specifications.

· Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards and customer specifications.

· Analyze measurement data, prepare detailed inspection reports, and communicate results to engineering, production, and customers.

· Support PPAP, First Article Inspection (FAI), customer audits, and quality initiatives with accurate dimensional data.

· Partner with Quality, Engineering, Tooling, and Production teams to investigate and resolve dimensional discrepancies.

· Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for dimensional nonconformances.

· Maintain CMM equipment, gauges, and measuring instruments to ensure proper calibration and reliable operation.

· Design and improve inspection fixtures and measurement strategies to enhance inspection accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency.

· Operate precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, dial indicators, surface measurement instruments, X-ray equipment, and specialty fixtures.

· Prepare and maintain control plans, inspection records, quality documentation, and other required reports.

· Ensure compliance with ISO/IATF quality management system requirements and company quality standards.

· Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

Qualifications:

· High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree (2 years) in Engineering or a related technical field preferred.

· Minimum of 4 years of experience as a CMM Programmer, CMM Operator, or Layout Technician in a manufacturing environment.

· Experience in aluminum die casting or other precision manufacturing processes preferred.

· Proficiency in programming and operating CMM systems such as Zeiss Calypso, PC-DMIS, MCOSMOS, or similar software.

· Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T per ASME Y14.5 standards.

· Working knowledge of aluminum die casting processes, tooling concepts, and dimensional inspection techniques.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, along with CAD software and quality reporting tools.

· Experience supporting PPAP, FAI, customer audits, and quality documentation.

· Previous internal auditing experience and familiarity with ISO/IATF quality systems is a plus.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.

Benefits:

· Medical Insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Vision Insurance

· 401K

· Paid Time Off

· Direct Hire

Salary: $30-$32/hr

Ask for: Deb

Clearbridge Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements.

Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $32

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