CMM Programmer | Allegan, MI

Salary Range: $60,000 - $92,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for precision measurement and ensuring dimensional accuracy? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Allegan seeking skilled CMM Programmers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Allegan 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, validate, and optimize CMM inspection programs from CAD models and blueprints.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, CAD data, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) specifications.
• Execute First Article Inspections (FAI), in-process, and final product inspections using CMMs.
• Analyze measurement data, identify discrepancies, and generate comprehensive inspection reports.
• Troubleshoot CMM programming and measurement issues, ensuring accuracy and repeatability.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration checks on CMM equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to define inspection requirements and resolve non-conformances.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in CMM programming in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in CMM programming software (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS).
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Deep understanding of metrology principles, measurement techniques, and CMM operation.
• Skilled in troubleshooting CMM programs, fixtures, and measurement results.
• Relevant technical degree or certification in metrology, quality, or a related field.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo) for model analysis or fixture design.
• Experience operating and programming other metrology equipment (e.g., vision systems, laser scanners).
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt certification.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, VBA) for data analysis or program automation.

Job Titles That Should Apply

CMM Programmer, Coordinate Measuring Machine Programmer, Metrology Programmer, CMM Software Programmer, Metrology Technician, Quality Metrology Programmer, Dimensional Inspection 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.