CMM Programmer | Paw Paw, MI

Salary Range: $58,000 - $90,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for precision measurement and ensuring dimensional accuracy? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Paw Paw seeking experienced CMM Programmers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Paw Paw that are adding CMM Programmers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and debug CMM inspection programs from CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Operate CMM equipment to perform dimensional inspections of complex manufactured parts.
• Analyze inspection data, interpret results, and generate comprehensive quality reports.
• Validate CMM programs to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and adherence to GD&T specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve measurement discrepancies and improve part quality.
• Perform routine calibration checks and assist with maintenance on CMM machinery and associated equipment.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives for CMM programming and inspection processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in CMM programming software (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS).
• Strong understanding and application of GD&T principles (ASME Y14.5).
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and 3D CAD models.
• Experience with CAD software for model manipulation and inspection path generation.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing quality control or metrology environment.
• Aptitude for troubleshooting CMM programs and measurement anomalies.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with alternative inspection technologies (e.g., vision systems, laser scanning, structured light).
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) principles and software.
• Proficiency in CAD software for modeling, fixture design, or reverse engineering.
• Experience with scripting or automation within CMM software or for data analysis.

Job Titles That Should Apply

CMM Programmer, Metrology Programmer, CMM Operator, Dimensional Inspector, Metrology Technician, Inspection Programmer, Quality Control Programmer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.