CMM Quality Supervisor - Aerospace & Defense - Newburyport, MA

We're seeking a hands-on CMM / Quality Supervisor to lead inspection operations, quality support activities, and employee development within a precision manufacturing environment. This role combines technical metrology expertise with leadership responsibilities to drive quality, improve processes, and support production success

Client Details

Our client is a growing aerospace and defense manufacturer known for its commitment to quality, process excellence, and continuous improvement. They offer a collaborative environment where technical expertise is valued and employees play a direct role in driving operational performance and customer satisfaction.

Description

• Lead and oversee daily CMM operations and dimensional inspection activities on the manufacturing floor.
• Manage inspection priorities to support production schedules and customer delivery requirements.
• Ensure inspection programs are validated, maintained, and executed accurately to customer specifications.
• Serve as the primary quality resource for production teams, supporting problem-solving and nonconformance investigations.
• Drive consistency in blueprint interpretation, GD&T application, and inspection methods across the operation.
• Develop and deliver training programs focused on inspection techniques, metrology tools, and quality standards.
• Mentor employees to strengthen measurement capabilities and promote quality ownership.
• Lead process improvement initiatives aimed at reducing dimensional issues and increasing inspection efficiency.
• Partner with production, engineering, and quality leadership to improve manufacturing performance and quality outcomes.
• Foster a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Profile

• 5 years of CMM programming and dimensional inspection experience within a precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in GD&T, blueprint reading, and dimensional inspection best practices.
• Experience with PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar CMM programming software.
• Solid understanding of machining processes, manufacturing workflows, and inspection methodologies.
• Proficiency using precision measurement tools such as micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, optical comparators, and portable CMM equipment.
• Proven ability to coach, train, and develop team members.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Prior supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience.
• Experience within aerospace, defense, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO standards, SPC methodologies, and First Article Inspection processes.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to lead and influence quality performance across the entire manufacturing operation.
• High-visibility role with direct interaction across production, engineering, and leadership teams.
• Ability to build training programs and develop the next generation of skilled inspectors and machinists.
• Strong focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Work in an environment where quality, innovation, and employee contributions are highly valued.

Desired Skills and Experience

- 5 years of CMM programming and dimensional inspection experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
- Strong expertise in GD&T, blueprint reading, and interpretation of complex engineering drawings.
- Hands-on experience with PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar CMM programming and inspection software.
- Solid understanding of machining processes, metrology principles, and precision measurement techniques.
- Proficiency using inspection equipment including micrometers, bore gages, height gages, optical comparators, and portable CMM systems.
- Proven ability to lead, train, mentor, and develop inspection or manufacturing personnel while driving quality and process improvement initiatives.

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