CMM Programmer | Manistee, MI

Salary Range: $54,000 - $86,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for precision measurement and ensuring dimensional accuracy? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Manistee seeking experienced CMM Programmers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Manistee region seeking CMM Programmers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and debug CMM inspection programs from 3D models and blueprints.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications to create accurate measurement routines.
• Perform dimensional inspections on manufactured parts using CMMs and analyze measurement data.
• Generate comprehensive inspection reports, including First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
• Troubleshoot CMM program errors, equipment malfunctions, and measurement discrepancies.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to resolve part quality and measurement issues.
• Select and design appropriate fixturing for CMM inspection setups.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in CMM programming software (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS).
• Strong understanding and practical application of GD&T principles.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering blueprints, schematics, and 3D CAD models.
• Experience with CMM setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of metrology concepts, measurement techniques, and quality control standards.

Bonus Qualifications

• GD&T Certification (e.g., ASQ GDTP)
• Proficiency with multiple CMM software platforms (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS)
• Experience with 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo) for model interpretation or fixture design
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) principles or Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Job Titles That Should Apply

CMM Programmer, Metrology Engineer, Dimensional Inspector, CMM Technician, Quality Metrologist, Measurement Engineer, Quality Control Inspector (CMM), Manufacturing Metrologist, Dimensional Measurement Specialist

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.