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CMM Programmer

TRIGO
Shakopee, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2025

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions has an immediate opening for a CMM Programmer in Shakopee, MN. Pay starts at $40hr and this is a 1st shift position.

Overall Purpose

The Fixed-type CMM Programmer participates in the site inspection function by developing inspection paths for computerized coordinate measuring machines. The Fixed CMM Programmer develops direct-computer control (DCC) programs using customer part specifications in an accurate, timely, and efficient manner.

Reports to

Site Supervisor/Site Leads

Responsibilities

(To include but not limited to the following)

Client Relationship & Business Development

  • Act as an impartial third party between the production source and the customer facility to ensure the product meets set criteria.

Operations

  • Determine part inspection requirements from customer's (geometric) blueprint features
  • Create DCC inspection-path programs for fixed-type coordinate measuring machines
  • Administer and/or edit previously created programs
  • Ensure the part-inspection programs are consistent with part number and revision level
  • Qualify and operate fixed-type CMM equipment as required
  • Verify the operator's set-up is suitable, the machine is calibrated and is operational
  • Operate computer programming hardware and software systems
  • Analyze and troubleshoot fixed-type machine set-ups and inspections paths Other duties and/or responsibilities as assigned

Technical

  • Expert-level proficiency developing DCC automated inspection programs, using PC-DMIS operating systems or equivalent
  • Expert-level proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings (blueprints)
  • Expert-level proficiency interpreting geometric dimensioning & tolerance standards
  • Expert-level proficiency navigating MS Windows TM and computer networks
  • Expert-level proficiency in applied mathematics-algebra, geometry and trig
  • Intermediate-level knowledge of surface-plate inspection techniques, measuring tools and gages Demonstrated comfort level interfacing with staff and management, while working in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated job diligence, attention to details and solid problem-solving skills

Knowledge, skills, abilities

Hard Skills



  • Proficiency in English.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
  • Ability to Coordinate, prioritize and multitask.
  • Demonstrated flexibility within a fast-paced, challenging environment.
  • Ability to take initiative and recognize needs.
  • Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential material.
  • Ability lift /move 35 pounds.
  • Must have reliable transportation.

Values & Attitudes



Global team spirit

  • Team player
  • Caring for people
  • Open-minded

Excellence

  • Reactive
  • Resilient to pressure
  • Rigorous

Customer focus

  • Client oriented
  • Reliable & trustworthy
  • Flexible

Initiative

  • Autonomous
  • Innovative
  • Daring

Work experience

  • Previous coordinate measuring machine work experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of PC-DMIS is necessary.

EDUCATION Background

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Associate- or bachelor's degree in a related technical field is preferred Previous work experience in quality-inspection is preferred
  • Previous coordinate measuring machine work experience is preferred.

About TRIGO Global Quality Solutions

Founded in 1997, TRIGO is a multinational company providing operational Quality Management solutions for the manufacturing sector, especially in the automotive and aerospace industries. With a team of more than ten thousand professionals present in 20 countries across four continents, TRIGO offers a comprehensive portfolio of Quality Assurance services ranging from inspection to expert auditing, consulting and training. The unrivaled expertise, industrial mindset and extensive global footprint that TRIGO has built up over the last 3 decades has made TRIGO the leading quality solutions provider using the latest innovative and reliable digital systems and standard processes, delivering results in the most demanding industries. TRIGO has recently started to expand its clientele by offering quality services to the medical, chemical and food industries.

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is committed to the core values of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to treating people fairly, and with respect and dignity. We offer employment opportunities based upon an individual's qualifications and performance, free from discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, ethnic origin, color, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, and disability.

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions appreciates receiving all expression of interest; however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.

Salary : $40

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