CMM Programmer | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $61,000 - $93,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for precision measurement and ensuring dimensional accuracy? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Traverse City seeking experienced CMM Programmers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Traverse City 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 optimize CMM inspection programs using CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections of manufactured components.
• Validate and debug CMM programs to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and compliance with GD&T specifications.
• Generate detailed inspection reports and analyze measurement data for quality control.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve measurement discrepancies and improve part quality.
• Maintain CMM equipment, including routine calibration checks and basic troubleshooting.
• Select and design appropriate fixturing for efficient and accurate CMM part measurement.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in CMM programming software (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS).
• Strong understanding and practical application of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints, schematics, and 3D models.
• Experience with various CMM hardware platforms and probe systems.
• Knowledge of metrology principles and measurement techniques for manufacturing.
• Experience in root cause analysis and problem-solving related to measurement discrepancies.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency in additional CMM software platforms (e.g., Calypso, MCOSMOS).
• Experience with CAD modeling software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) for fixture design or model manipulation.
• Demonstrated ability to perform advanced statistical analysis (SPC, MSA) of measurement data.
• Understanding of CMM calibration and preventative maintenance procedures.

Job Titles That Should Apply

CMM Programmer, Metrology Programmer, Dimensional Metrologist, PC-DMIS Programmer, CMM Technician, Quality Metrology Technician, Measurement Systems 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.